ethmoid sinusitis – MySymptom

What Causes a Sharp Pain Behind the Nose and Between the Eyes?

1. Introduction A sharp pain localized behind the nose and between the eyes is typically caused by acute inflammation of the ethmoid or sphenoid sinus cavities. This deep pressure occurs when the mucosal lining swells and blocks normal drainage, trapping fluid and directly irritating the adjacent trigeminal nerve pathways. While the pain can feel similar … Read more

Why do I have a deep dull ache in the bridge of my nose?

1. Introduction A deep, dull ache in the solid bridge of the nose is most frequently caused by ethmoid sinusitis or referred pain from a tension-type headache. The ethmoid sinuses are a honeycomb-like network of hollow air cells located directly behind the nasal bridge, between the eyes. When a viral infection or allergic reaction causes … Read more