Opacification of the ethmoid air cells means that there is thickened, cloudy mucus in the ethmoidal sinuses. The ethmoidal sinuses are located in the ethmoid bone of the skull. There are two each on the left and right side. This finding is consistent with sinusitis.
Near complete opacification of bilateral maxillary sinuses indicates that there is extensive filling of the maxillary sinuses with fluid, blood, mucus, or other material. This may suggest sinusitis, a sinus infection, or other inflammatory process affecting the sinuses. Further evaluation and treatment by a healthcare provider may be needed.
maxillary antrumand mucoperiosteal thickening of the ethmoid sinuses.
When looking at a CT of the sinuses, they should appear black meaning they're devoid of any materials. Opacification of your right frontal sinus means the sinus cavity just above your right eye is showing opaque in a CT scan which normally is a sign of inflammation or infection. Polyps and tumors will also show up opacified in the scan. If you're concerned, I would pay a visit to your local ENT.
Possibly a migraine headache?
Chronic sinusitis
Opacification of mastoid air cells refers to an abnormal density or fluid accumulation within the mastoid air cells of the temporal bone. This can be a sign of inflammation, infection, or other pathology within the mastoid region, often seen on imaging studies like CT scans. It may require further evaluation by a healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
If by sinus cavities you mean the confluences of the sinuses, then Yes
Opacification means to become opaque - not see-through/transparent.
It means that mucus from the sinuses has gathered in the nose, effectively blocking it, and run down into the throat.
what does mucoperiosteal thickening in the ethmoid air cells mean? According to www.utmb.edu it is an allergy that has cause permanent deformation in the air way."Acute Sinusitis (Mar.1997)Viral sinusitis is classically seen as slight mucoperiosteal thickening. ... In allergic rhinitis, bilateral mucoperiosteal thickening is seen, thus helping differentiating ...www.utmb.edu"Mucoperiosteal thickening can also be an early warning sign of cancer in the sinuses. The location should be watched and re-checked over time with imaging to see if it is growing larger.
Brown nasal discharge can be a sign that there is bleeding in the nose or sinuses. Which are hollow cavities in the nose. A brown nasal discharge is not normal.
There are a number of possible causes for feeling pressure at the back of the head. They include tension headaches, migraines, headaches originating from the neck area, and inflamed sinuses.