Turbinates

What does "Turbinates" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Turbinates are structures found inside the nose. They are like small, narrow shelves of bone covered in a thin layer of tissue and they help to warm and moisturize the air we breathe in. There are three pairs of turbinates in each nostril, and they also play a role in filtering out dust and other particles from the air.

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