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Is it normal to have discharge & foul smell after sinus surgery?
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No: Some discharge is normal, foul smelling probably not. Make sure it not infected or there is an abscess.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Not normal: You should see your surgeon as may have a postoperative infection.
Answered 11/3/2016
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