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Theoretically if someone had no turbinates,would the remaining mucousmembranes b capable of swelling enuf tocause significant congestion on their own?
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Yes: Furthermore, if the turbinates are removed, then ensuing scar tissue could also potentially obstruct sinus openings.
Answered 12/17/2015
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