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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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Dr. Ipe Kalathoor answered

Maxillary sinusitis: Sinusitis doesnt necessarily require surgery. Surgery is required only. When there is recurrent sinusitis with drainage problems.

Dr Khanna agreed

Answered 6/19/2016

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Need Diagosis: You must have a biopsy to make sure you're not dealing with cancer. See an ENT doctor asap.

Answered 1/1/2016

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A member asked:

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?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ipe Kalathoor answered

Dr Khanna agreed

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

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