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ethmoid sinus

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun ethmoid sinus has 1 sense
  1. ethmoid sinus, ethmoidal sinus, sinus ethmoidales - a sinus of the meatuses of the nasal cavity (behind the bridge of the nose)
    --1 is a kind of sinus

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Ethmoid Sinus

Description

The ethmoid sinuses are a group of air-filled cavities located within the ethmoid bone, which is found between the nose and the eyes. These sinus cavities are lined with a thin membrane and play a vital role in filtering and moisturizing the air we inhale, as well as adding resonance to our voice.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Anatomy

In anatomy, the term "ethmoid sinus" refers to any of the numerous small sinuses located within the ethmoid bone. They are typically divided into anterior, middle, and posterior groups.

Sample Sentence:

Deviated septum surgery often involves clearing the ethmoid sinuses to improve airflow and alleviate sinusitis.

Sense 2: Medical Condition

"Ethmoid sinus" can also refer to inflammation or infection of the ethmoid sinuses, known as ethmoid sinusitis. This condition causes nasal congestion, pressure, and facial pain.

Sample Sentence:

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the patient's severe ethmoid sinus infection.

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