Options for swollen turbinate 1 year post-op septorhinoplasty? (Photo)

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I am 11 months postop from my septorhinoplasty and am having consistent issues with my left turbinate. I have little to no airflow throughout the day that gets worse at night. It is also causing my left ear to feel blocked and have pain. I have tried steroids, they have not worked. What are my options?

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Hello. We usually treat turbinate hypertrophy (enlarged turbinates) either medically or surgically. It sounds like you have tried medical treatment with steroids and has not helped you. A surgical treatment to consider is a turbinate reduction, where the size of the turbinates are reduced to allow for more airflow through your nostril. It is best to have a physical examination with a surgeon to determine if this is the best option in your case.

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