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Clear mucus 2 1/2 weeks post op. Is this normal?

genesis0214Jul 30, 2018
Had endoscopy sinus and septoplasty surgery 2 1/2 weeks ago. Still lots of pressure but the mucous has increased. I’m blowing my nose just as much as pre surgery. Is this normal.

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Dr. Jason J. Durel, MD
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Answered on Oct 16, 2018
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Samir Undavia, MD

I would be evaluated by your sinus surgeon. While we don't expect you to be fully healed, you should start feeling pretty good any 2-4 weeks. If you have a bad smell, perhaps you have an infected nasal crust that needs to be removed, or you have a sinus infections which needs antibiotics.  ...

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Jason J. Durel, MD

I appreciate your question and I am sorry you are suffering with this issue. Post-nasal drip is frequently caused by a sinus condition known as rhinitis, which is inflammation of the inner nasal cavities. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatment options for rhinitis that will help you...

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Carlos Ayala, MD, FACS

You may be describing an acute infection after sinus surgery.  You should return to your surgeon,  They will place a camera in your nose to evaluate if there is any infection or cause for these symptoms.   All my patients are placed on saline sinus rinses after surgery...

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