Wearing narrow shoes can put excessive pressure on the sides of the foot which ultimately causes this condition. Bone destruction caused by some specific types of Arthritis, such as the Psoriatic and Rheumatoid Arthritis, can lead to misalignment of joints which results in the formation of a bunion.
Smoke inhalation and nicotine are notorious for causing production of mucus; it is also the primary cause of bronchitis and emphysema. A âno smokingâ policy combined with exercise will help to reduce the mucus build-up in the lungs considerably.
Other causes that are not very common, include viral infections such as measles, whooping cough, and chickenpox. In theory, any type of infection caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses, can give rise to excessive mucus production in the nose and throat.