Understanding Nasal Mucus: What's the Difference?

There are many informal terms used to describe nasal mucus, including:

* Snot

* Booger

* Nasal mucus

* Phlegm

* Gunk

* Runny nose

* Stuffy nose

* Congestion

* Sniffle

* Drizzle

* Waterworks

The medical term for nasal mucus is rhinorrhea.