An Overview of Sinus Surgery

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An Overview of Sinus Surgery
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About Sinus Surgery
Functional endoscopic sinus surgery is the common
surgical method used to treat sinus infections,
in order to restore normal functionality. Some
patients have sinus surgery combined with other
nasal procedures, such as septoplasty and
turbinoplasty.
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Indications
Some of the indications that you may be a good
candidate for sinus surgery are

• Chronic sinusitis refractory to medical treatment
• Improve the airflow through the nose
• Pressure and pain in the face
• Pain behind the eyes

• Post nasal drip
• Nasal congestion
• Facial pressure and headache
• Infected nasal secretions

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About the Procedure
Most sinus surgeries are performed overnight with
patients discharged the morning after surgery.
The objective of this surgery is to open narrow
or damaged passages for ensuring natural drainage
and ventilation of the affected sinuses. An
endoscope is inserted inside the nose, offering
an inside view of the sinuses. The main objective
of this surgery is to eliminate infection and to
open up the paranasal sinuses for decreasing the
frequency of infections. In case of an internal
nasal deformity like enlarged turinates septal or
turbinate surgery may be done along with sinus
surgery.
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Recovery Time After Surgery
It is a normal trend that a person feels stuffy
in the nose for two weeks after the operation.
Saline nasal washes are help in clearing the
stuffy nose and for should be utilized regularly
after the surgery.
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Contact Us
Dr. Zacharia Phone [phone] Email
info_at_drzacharia.com.au Address Level 1 / 21
Spring Street BONDI JUNCTION 2022, NSW
Australia. Website drzacharia.com.au