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L posterior ethmoid mucocele w/bone demineralization, no impact on orbit but some eye discomfort.ent recommends surgery. can delay surgery? urgent?

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2nd opinion: Try getting a secondary consultation with an oral maxillofacial surgeon as they are other surgeons that deal with this area of the face.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/31/2015

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