I want to have a rhinoplasty and I have a slightly deviated septum too. But I don't want to go through with it I can end up with Empty Nose Syndrome. Is ENS only something that occurs with a turbinate reduction or can it occur even with a rhinopasty and septoplasty too?
March 28, 2013
Answer: Empty Nose Syndrome
Empty nose syndrome occurs with aggressive resection of turbinates. It is unlikely to occur with a regular septoplasty and rhinoplasty. Even if the turbinates are reduced in size with any of the available surgical methods, it will not cause ENS.
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Dr. J
Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
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March 28, 2013
Answer: Empty Nose Syndrome
Empty nose syndrome occurs with aggressive resection of turbinates. It is unlikely to occur with a regular septoplasty and rhinoplasty. Even if the turbinates are reduced in size with any of the available surgical methods, it will not cause ENS.
Regards
Dr. J
Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
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March 27, 2013
Answer: Empty Nose Syndrome
Empty Nose Syndrome (ENS) is a chronic condition where the internal nasal airflow and mucous production is very abnormal. This is generally characterized by chronic crusting, recurrent infection, and a sensation of abnormal airflow (even when there is plenty of space). It would be very rare for ENS to result from a primary septorhinoplasty. Generally this happens after overly agressive sinus surgery with turbinectomies (turbinate resection) or after multiple revision rhinoplasty procedures. I hope this helps! If you have more questions, please visit me in San Francisco.
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March 27, 2013
Answer: Empty Nose Syndrome
Empty Nose Syndrome (ENS) is a chronic condition where the internal nasal airflow and mucous production is very abnormal. This is generally characterized by chronic crusting, recurrent infection, and a sensation of abnormal airflow (even when there is plenty of space). It would be very rare for ENS to result from a primary septorhinoplasty. Generally this happens after overly agressive sinus surgery with turbinectomies (turbinate resection) or after multiple revision rhinoplasty procedures. I hope this helps! If you have more questions, please visit me in San Francisco.
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