I'm 7 days post-op for a septoplasty, and sinus surgery. They cleared out my max. Sinuses and reduced my turbinates, along with a septoplasty. My doctor used dissolvable packing.
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Medical necessity must be documented for coverage, which is performed at the time of the exam. A septoplasty is only done for airflow improvement, and will NOT change the shape of the nose. A rhinoplasty is considered cosmetic, and must be paid for by the patient. Both procedures can be pe...
There are serious potential complications with sinus surgery due to their location beneath the brain and beside the orbits, but they are extremely rare if the surgeon knows what he is doing. Education, training, and experience are what make this a safe operation. That said, even the most...
It is difficult to answer your question. The most likely cause is swelling that should resolve over time and your breathing should improve. There is a small possibility that your septum could have shifted over, but you will not know that for at least a few weeks. There are some rare things that...