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Can docs explain what does turbinate hypertrophy surgery consist of?

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Turbinates: There are many different procedures to reduce turbinate hypertrophy, The goal is to reduce hypertrophied tissue while maintaining the mucosal surface, as the turbinates serve an important function. Be sure to have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist.

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Answered 11/21/2014

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