Ethmoid Sinuses

Summary Information: Ethmoid Sinuses

Ethmoid Sinuses: The ethmoid sinuses are sinuses located in the skull in the ethmoid labyrinth in the area between the upper nose and the eyes. Ethmoid sinuses are cavities that are filled with air and are lined with mucus membranes. Their bony walls, called laminae, are delicate and thin and create the structure of the ethmoid air cells. The function of ethmoid sinuses is believed to include warming, moistening, and filtering inspired air and maximizing voice quality. They may also provide some protection from facial and head trauma and minimize the total weight of the skull. The ethmoid sinuses consist of variety of elements, including cilia and respiratory epithelium, mucus membranes and ostia. They drain into the nasal meati. There are three types of ethmoid sinuses: the anterior ethmoid sinuses, posterior ethmoid sinuses, and middle ethmoid sinuses. Conditions that can afflict the ethmoid sinuses include upper respiratory infections, sinusitis, respiratory allergies, smoking, sinus fractures, and trauma.

Closely Related Organs: Ethmoid Sinuses

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Ethmoid Sinuses:

• Ethmoid air cells
• Ethmoid labyrinth
• Paranasal sinuses
• Frontal sinuses
• Maxillary sinuses
• Sphenoid sinuses
• Facial bones
• Sinuses
• Nasal meati
• Skull
• Nose
• Respiratory system

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Ethmoid Sinuses

The following conditions are related to the organ: Ethmoid Sinuses:

• Upper respiratory infections
• Respiratory allergies
• Sinusitis
• Smoking
• Sinus fractures
• Trauma

Sub Parts: Ethmoid Sinuses

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Ethmoid Sinuses:

• Ethmoid air cells
• Laminae
• Anterior ethmoid sinuses
• Posterior ethmoid sinuses
• Middle ethmoid sinuses
• Cilia
• Respiratory epithelium
• Mucus membranes
• Ostia of the paranasal sinuses

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Ethmoid Sinuses

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Ethmoid Sinuses:

• Pain or pressure between the eyes
• Runny nose
• Post nasal drip
• Facial deformity
• Facial swelling
• Nasal congestion
• Difficult breathing through nose
• Fever
• Sneezing
• Cough

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Ethmoid Sinuses: Related Topics

• Ethmoid
• Sinuses

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