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Turbinate reduction through cauterization - what are the risks?

justwantbreathingbackSep 5, 2023
Exactly how likely is it to develop chronic problems from cauterization vs other techniques? What symptoms are usually involved with cauterization if I do follow thru with the surgery?

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