Question 1

what is a bilateral endoscopic sinus surgery?

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Lets break it down: What you're describing is surgical exploration of the sinuses, using fibreoptic equipment, which involves both the left and right sides at the same setting. Good luck.

Question 2

what is bilateral functional endoscopic sinus surgery?

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Sinus Surgery: It is the term for the current method of sinus surgery. Functional refers to opening up the obstructed sinuses. Endoscopic means using a 4 mm endoscopic (that is usually attached to a camera), thus it can be done all through your nostril. And bilateral means both sides. If you still have questions about what your surgeon plans to do, you should make another appt before surgery to review.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: endoscopic sinus surgery?

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Sinus surgery: It is surgery to open your sinuses so they drain better. It is done through the nose without external incisions. It is done as an outpatient with generally a very quick recovery.

Question 4

what is the recovery for endoscopic sinus surgery and septoplasty like?

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About 2 to 3 weeks: Endoscopic sinus surgery associated with a septoplasty takes about 2 to 3 weeks to heal.  The healing process is dependent on the extent of the pathology in your sinuses and the extent of the surgical procedure.  Your sinus surgeon will have the answers to your questions.

Question 5

i had endoscopic sinus surgery 3 days ago. today i am congested again. is this normal?

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3 days post-op: Tough to say just 3 days post-op. It may be some inflammation still present. See your ENT surgeon for a follow-up visit and get evaluated to see how you are progressing, best wishes.

Question 6

i had endoscopic sinus surgery and septoplasty. how long will headaches last after the surgery?

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Difficult to say: It is difficult to answer your question because we do not know the extent of your surgery or the disease associated with it.  For example, if you had massive nasal polyps,  the rhinologic surgeon might have uncovered the roof of the ethmoid sinus (sinus between the eyes).  Sometimes, it may take several weeks for this to heal. Best thing  is to consult your surgeon to rule out a complication.

Question 7

how much is endoscopic sinus surgery?

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Sinus surgery: Sinus surgery is usually covered by insurance plans, so the out of pocket cost is just your deductible.

Question 8

i will be having endoscopic sinus surgery in a week. any thing i need to prepare for?

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Ask your surgeon: I am happy to answer these questions about endoscopic sinus surgery.  I am confused why you are asking.  Your surgeon has the responsibility to answer every conceivable question that you have.  You have to prepare for pain, occasional bleeding, a pack in the nose for a few days (not always).  Your must ask him about risks to the eyes and brain. (very rare but possible).

Question 9

functional endoscopic sinus surgery a good idea?

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FESS: Hello, it depends on your history, ct findings, nasal endoscopic examination and what therapies have failed. You need to make sure the surgeon has good results with extensive experience. Be sure you are well informed and all your questions were addressed. In the right hands, it is a very successful surgery. Also discuss a possible balloon sinuplasty. That option may be as successful.

Question 10

is it possible for endoscopic sinus surgery to be very painful?

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Yes: The most painful part of the sinus surgery is actually the surgery to the septum
Ask your doctor if you are going to have septoplasty (surgery to fix your deviated septum). If yes, then it could be very painful.
Also, are you having balloon sinus surgery? if yes, this is less painful .

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