Clear fluid dripping after sinus surgery. Is this normal?

Discomfort to the sinuses after sinus surgery is common.  Discomfort tends to be limited to just a few days after the surgery up until about 7 to 10 days afterward.  Discomfort is significantly remedied by endoscopic assisted sinus cleaning called "debridement". During surgery the sinuses are o...

One of the most important questions to assess at this stage is whether the sinuses are inflamed and obstructed on a recent CT scan of the sinuses.  Despite previous sinus surgery, persistent obstruction, swelling, and infection may still involve the sinuses.  The first step is to comment on thi...

You need to have the left side examined with a sinuscope and possibly debrided.  Sometimes scar tissue can interfere with the results of your surgery.  Often a simple office procedure can remedy the situation.  If this does not improve things, then a repeat CT scan may b necessary.

Although a sinus infection after sinus surgery is rare, it can happen. I would continue your sinus rinses and see your doctor to determine if it is a bacterial infection that requires antibiotics or something else that can be managed conservatively.

Variable nasal and sinus region symptoms occur after a sinus surgery.  Your symptoms are still within the ordinary post-operative experience.   Most symptoms get much better after a week. The symptoms of nasal tip pain, "stitiches" that feel like they are going to tear, and forehead heada...

I appreciate your question and understand your desire to return to work as soon as possible. However, most patients require seven to 10 days of recovery time after sinus surgery before they begin to feel ready to tackle their daily schedule. At this point, you should start to try to transition...