The maxillary sinuses, those pouches on either side of the human nose, have a purpose after all: They act as cushions to allow noses to assume different shapes. A new study explains the relationship ...

Like the hairs they resemble, cilia come in all lengths, from short to long. But unlike the hair on our heads, the length of sensory cilia on nerve cells in our noses is of far more than merely ...

Indications for nasal cauterization include active or recurrent epistaxis that affects a patient’s quality of life or health. Adjunctive interventions may include direct compression of the nasal alae, ...

You may be reading this because you or someone you care about has nasal cavity or sinus cancer. Learning more can help you get ready to talk with your healthcare provider and understand the next steps ...

Nasal cancer is rare, but it can be aggressive. Early diagnosis and treatment can often help keep it from spreading. Share on Pinterest Getty Images/FG Trade Nasal cancer, also known as nasal cavity ...

November 30, 2009 — A review article published in the November 15 issue of American Family Physician offers guidance on use in the family practice setting of saline nasal irrigation as an adjunctive ...

Nasal cancer, a rare but increasing cancer, affects men more than women. It originates in the nasal cavity or sinuses. Risk factors include occupational exposure to dusts and chemicals, smoking, and ...