Is endoscopic sinus surgery painful?

Pain: You should expect some nasal and sinus pressure and pain for the first several days after surgery. This may feel like a sinus infection or a dull ache in your sinuses. Extra-strength Tylenol is often all that is needed for mild post-operative discomfort.

How long does it take to recover from functional endoscopic sinus surgery?

Most people feel normal in 1 to 2 months. You will have to visit your doctor regularly for 3 to 4 months after your surgery. Your doctor will check to see that your sinuses are healing well.

What is sinus Endoscopic surgery?

Endoscopic sinus surgery is a surgical procedure used to remove blockages in the sinuses. These blockages can cause sinusitis, in which the sinus mucous membranes swell and become blocked, causing pain, drainage and impaired breathing.

How successful is endoscopic sinus surgery?

In fact, endoscopic sinus surgery, which is the most common type of sinus surgery performed today, is about 85 to 90 percent effective.

When should you consider endoscopic sinus surgery?

when should you consider endoscopic sinus surgery? Sinus surgery should be considered if medication fails to adequately relieve symptoms and the individual’s quality of life continues to suffer. The need for surgery may be due to recurrent attacks of acute Sinusitis or longer term symptoms associated with Chronic Sinusitis.

How long does endoscopic sinus surgery take?

Endoscopic sinus surgery. Endoscopic sinus surgery usually takes between one and three hours and is done in the operating room with the child under general anesthesia.

How long is recovery from nasal surgery?

Nasal surgery. During nose surgery recovery for the 2-3 weeks you may experience nasal discharge and nasal congestion. This is to be expected and will gradually subside. Depending on the type of nasal surgery you have undergone, you will need to remain off work for 1-2 weeks – please ask for advice.

What can endoscopic surgery be used to treat?

Far lateral herniated disc