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A 37-year-old member asked:
I have had chronic sinusitis my whole life. i get one sinus infection a year and can only use one nostril at a time. should i get surgery?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in

Dr. Sahba Ferdowsianswered
General Practice 19 years experience
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Creighton Wrightanswered
surgery 57 years experience
Possibly: Deviated septum or large turbinates can become obstructive.
Ent evaluation is reasonable.
The surgery is quite safe.
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Sep 13, 2014
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