Not surprisingly, Americans are fat compared to other countries. An illustration of the average 30- to 39-year-old man from the United States, Japan, the Netherlands, and France are shown from left to right.
Overview. Sinusitis is an inflammation of the mucosal lining of the paranasal sinuses. As the mucosa of the sinuses is continuous with that of the nose, rhinosinusitis is a more suitable term.Sinusitis can be subdivided into acute, subacute, and chronic disease. Acute sinusitis is defined as disease lasting less than 1 month.verview. Sinusitis is an inflammation of the mucosal lining of the paranasal sinuses. As the mucosa of the sinuses is continuous with that of the nose, rhinosinusitis is a more suitable term.
1 Different types of cells in the paranasal sinus and nasal cavity may become malignant. 2  Being exposed to certain chemicals or dust in the workplace can increase the risk of paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer. 3  Signs of paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer include sinus problems and nosebleeds. Signs of paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer include sinus problems and nosebleeds. 2  Tests that examine the sinuses and nasal cavity are used to detect (find) and diagnose paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer. 3  Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.