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What is sinus surgery for?

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Dr. Thomas Lamperti answered

Specializes in Facial Plastic Surgery

Chronic sinus issues: Sinus surgery is done for a variety of reasons. The typical problems include chronic sinus infection, polyps, recurrent sinus infections and chronic facial pain. You can learn more about sinus surgery here: http://www.Rhinoplastyinseattle.Com/functional-rhinoplasty/sinus-surgery.

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Multiple reasons: Sinus surgery is commonly done for recurrent or chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, or other benign or malignant sinus rumors.

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Dr. Alen Cohen answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Various problems: Sinus surgery is primarily used to treat chronic inflammation or recurrent infection of the sinuses. It can also be used to address nasal polyps, chronic sinus pain/pressure and various fungal sinus processes. It is a surgery done endoscopically and by most advanced surgeons these days under image guidance. For more information on the types of procedures please visit www.Socalsinus.Com.

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