They have tried me on antibiotics and nothing has worked. I had a CT scan which confirmed the infection and am waiting to see my eNT again. I also have a deviated septum. I have constant Post Nasal drip which causes swelling in my throat. It is horrible. Is surgery the next step? What procedure should I expect and how much will it cost?
Answer: Sinus surgery Endoscopic sinus surgery is performed on patients when medical management has failed and there is documented polps and chronic infection in the sinuses. This surgery is billed to the patient's medical insurance, once medical neccessity has been documented. Please see the link below for more information
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August 8, 2018
Answer: Infection in Maxillary Sinus. I appreciate your question and I understand your concern. However, it seems to be a bit early to consider surgery at this point. There are other options for managing sinuses, including a variety of allergy treatments. However, I recommend you schedule an appointment with a board-certified otolaryngologist for further assessment. If it appears surgery may be your best option, there is a less invasive procedure known as balloon dilation, which is less invasive and offers excellent results for some patients. Make sure the specialist you choose has extensive experience in this innovative procedure, so you have that option available to you as you go through the diagnostic process. Best of luck to you!
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Answer: Infection in Maxillary Sinus. I appreciate your question and I understand your concern. However, it seems to be a bit early to consider surgery at this point. There are other options for managing sinuses, including a variety of allergy treatments. However, I recommend you schedule an appointment with a board-certified otolaryngologist for further assessment. If it appears surgery may be your best option, there is a less invasive procedure known as balloon dilation, which is less invasive and offers excellent results for some patients. Make sure the specialist you choose has extensive experience in this innovative procedure, so you have that option available to you as you go through the diagnostic process. Best of luck to you!
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August 28, 2017
Answer: Maxillary sinus Thanks for your question. From what you have written it seems that you are likely a great candidate for a minimally invasive surgery to open your sinus and improve your septum. I know the prospect of surgery makes many people nervous, however the good news is that the surgery for this type of problem is extremely well tolerated. The vast majority of patients have very little pain and only experience a week or so of congestion. Typically your breathing and feeling of pressure will be markedly improved in around a week or so. I would strongly encourage you too seek out a nasal/sinus surgeon in your area and discuss the options available to you. Hope this helps.
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August 28, 2017
Answer: Maxillary sinus Thanks for your question. From what you have written it seems that you are likely a great candidate for a minimally invasive surgery to open your sinus and improve your septum. I know the prospect of surgery makes many people nervous, however the good news is that the surgery for this type of problem is extremely well tolerated. The vast majority of patients have very little pain and only experience a week or so of congestion. Typically your breathing and feeling of pressure will be markedly improved in around a week or so. I would strongly encourage you too seek out a nasal/sinus surgeon in your area and discuss the options available to you. Hope this helps.
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August 1, 2017
Answer: Infected sinus Before surgery is offered you must fail aggressive medical management. Although you were on antibiotics where you on the correct ones and for long enough? I always attempt a cultured swab of any pus I see with the endoscope. This culture result can sometimes help in picking the correct antibiotic for your infection and then utilized for at least 3 to 4 weeks straight. This is done along with steroids, steroid sprays, decongestants, and vigorous saline rinses. If all else fails FESS endoscopic sinus surgery and or balloon sinuplasty in selected cases and septoplasty are extremely effective and safe in curing this condition and symptoms. I have done 1000s of these with excellent results.
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August 1, 2017
Answer: Infected sinus Before surgery is offered you must fail aggressive medical management. Although you were on antibiotics where you on the correct ones and for long enough? I always attempt a cultured swab of any pus I see with the endoscope. This culture result can sometimes help in picking the correct antibiotic for your infection and then utilized for at least 3 to 4 weeks straight. This is done along with steroids, steroid sprays, decongestants, and vigorous saline rinses. If all else fails FESS endoscopic sinus surgery and or balloon sinuplasty in selected cases and septoplasty are extremely effective and safe in curing this condition and symptoms. I have done 1000s of these with excellent results.
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