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I have nasal congestion with thick and yellow mucous, do i need an operation?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
No: You are likely suffering from some type of allergy or sinus infection. If it lasts for more than a week, contact your doctor for an evaluation.
Answered 3/26/2013
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No: Sinus surgery is indicated for recurrent/acute sinusitis - 3-4 infections/year or a history of chronic sinusitis (diagnosed on ct scan of the sinues). You need to see your local primary care doctor for an initial evaluation. You may then need to be seen by an ENT if indicated.
Answered 6/10/2014
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