I am undergoing surgery to have turbinate reduction and a septoplasty April 26th, I have a 10k race [run] on May 6th, I really do not want to have to cancel my plans...is there any possibility that I will not have to?
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Dear Ninjaattacks, An in office intranasal examination and consultation aided with digital imaging would be very helpful to determine a diagnosis and desired results. Once this has been performed you will have a good idea of what procedures would be needed to address both your aesthetic and ...
Thank you for the imaging! It looks like natural fluctuation in the nasal cycle. empty nose syndrome would occur with a turbinectomy (when the entire turbinate is cut out), not when its coblated. However, if you have any concerns about your breathing, feel free to discuss this your doc and m...
Dear Janedoe, Your nose can be improved both functionally and aesthetically at the same time.The insurance company will pay for the functional portion of your procedure and the work that needs to be done to repair the fracture. A hump removal at the same time is a common procedure and will be b...