I've had 2 CTs and 1 MRI, all show an opacified Haller Cell. The ENTs I've seen don't believe this is causing my symptoms. I have lower eyelid swelling (looks bulgy), pain, & blurry vision in one eye—the same eye and area where there is a Haller cell located on the medial orbital floor on the scans. Is this the probable cause of my symptoms? If so, would I need sinus surgery to remove this opacified Haller cell?
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August 17, 2024
Answer: Not every sinus opacification requires sinus surgery.
Sinus surgery is entirely internal and should have no effect. If you feel that your face is flat, then fat transfer can be a good procedure to address this. Just find a facial specialist for consultation.
Theoretically, empty nose syndrome is associated with resection of too much turbinate tissue. If you are not having a turbinate reduction, this is not a possible sequela, as far as I know. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph
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