Can sinusitis be operated?

Yes: Yes the treatment of chronic sinusitis which lasts for more than 12 weeks and is not responding to medical management is often surgery. The surgical options can be learned about at http://www.Socalsinus.Com.

Sinus surgery: Sinusitis comes in both acute and chronic forms. Usually acute sinusitis is treated with medications such as antibiotics. Chronic sinusitis usually involves a number of factors such as anatomical abnormalities and allergies. If you are suffering from recurrent sinus infections or chronic sinusitis, i recommend that you consult and ear nose and throat physician.

Yes: The most common indication for surgical intervention is for those patients who suffer from chronic or recurrent sinus infections and have failed medical management (antibiotics, nasal sprays, ± steroids). A ct scan performed after medical management maybe quite helpful in determining your candidacy for surgery.