What should not be done after turbinate reduction?
Recovering From Turbinate Reduction There never really is any pain or problems with your sense of smell when this procedure is performed by Dr. Cohen. Most patients resume normal activity the next day after the procedure, however blowing your nose and exercise are to be avoided for 3 days following the procedure.
How long does a turbinate reduction take to heal?
For less invasive turbinate reductions, recovery is usually quick and not very painful. In about three weeks, the new scar tissue in your nose should be completely healed. For the more invasive type of turbinate reduction surgery, recovery takes three to six months.
Does radiofrequency turbinate reduction cause Empty Nose Syndrome?
Atrophic rhinitis and empty-nose syndrome are chronic conditions that can arise as complications of nasal surgery (particularly turbinate surgery). A wide variety of techniques exist to address the turbinates, including submucous turbinectomy, laser ablation, and radiofrequency turbinoplasty.
How common is empty nose syndrome after turbinate reduction?
According to research by Dr Houser, about 20 per cent of patients who undergo a total inferior turbinate resection (a rare procedure in which scissors are used to remove the entire turbinate) develop empty nose syndrome. But it’s not just structural damage to the turbinates that causes the condition.
Why do turbinates swell at night?
The mucous membrane that covers the turbinates can shrink or swell in response to changes in blood flow. Things that alter blood flow such as lying down, certain foods, allergies, medications, hormones, and infections can affect blood flow and therefore cause swelling of the turbinates.
Will turbinate reduction help allergies?
Turbinate surgery is an effective treatment for chronic nasal obstruction induced by perennial allergic rhinitis.
Can turbinate tissue grow back?
Occasionally, turbinate tissue will re-grow after turbinate surgery, and the procedure may need to be repeated. There are a variety of surgical techniques that may be used to reduce turbinates, and we encourage you to speak with your ENT physician about the benefits of each one.
Can ENS happen without surgery?
As there is no direct cause or easy diagnosis of ENS, it remains relatively controversial. However, many people report similar symptoms to this condition after surgery, which makes ENS an important disorder to study and treat.
Can your turbinates grow back?
The turbinates normally function to warm and humidify inhaled air, and so it is important that the turbinate not be removed completely because this can result in a very dry, crusty nose. Occasionally, turbinate tissue will re-grow after turbinate surgery, and the procedure may need to be repeated.
What sleeping position is best for sinus drainage?
The best sleeping position for sinus drainage problems and other sinus issues is to sleep with your head propped up. Sleeping with your head propped up will help gravity naturally drain your sinuses and reduce the chance of excessive blood flow that can develop sinus congestion.
What do enlarged turbinates feel like?
Someone who has turbinate hypertrophy can feel like they have a stuffy nose or trouble breathing all the time. A nasal steroid may decrease inflammation (and therefore, the swelling) of the turbinates, or surgery can be performed to decrease their size.
How do you sleep after turbinate surgery?
Raise your head with three or four pillows. This can reduce swelling. Try to sleep on your back during the month after surgery. You can also sleep in a reclining chair.