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Ct scan shows opacification of left maxillary sinus with large soft tissue consistent with polyps/retention cysts. i have terrible daily migraines & want to avoid another surgery. what alternatives?
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Maxillary sinusitis: Sinusitis doesnt necessarily require surgery. Surgery is required only. When there is recurrent sinusitis with drainage problems.
Answered 6/19/2016
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Need Diagosis: You must have a biopsy to make sure you're not dealing with cancer. See an ENT doctor asap.
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