Menopause is the point in a woman's life when she has not had her period for 1 year. It marks the end of the childbearing years. It's sometimes called the change of life.. For most women, menopause happens around age 50. But every woman's body has its own time line. Some women stop having periods in their mid-40s. Others continue well into their 50s. Perimenopause is the process of change that leads up to menopause. It can start as early as your late 30s or as late as your early 50s. How long perimenopause lasts varies, but it usually lasts from 2 to 8 years. You may have irregular periods or other symptoms during this time.
The following medical conditions are some of the possible causes of Excessive mucus production. There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor about your symptoms. 1  Acute bronchitis. 2  Asthma. 3  Anaphylaxis. 4  Nasal polyps. 5  Tuberculosis. 6  Esophageal cancer. 7  COPD.
Mucus symptoms occur when the membranes lining the respiratory and digestive tracts produce excess mucus, often in response to an irritant or allergen, resulting in congestion, breathing difficulties, or diarrhea. It represents the bodyâs normal response to an uninvited irritant.