Sinus surgery is a procedure that aims to open the pathways of the sinuses and clear blockages. This is an option for people with ongoing and recurrent sinus infections, for people with abnormal sinus structure, or abnormal growths in the sinus.
How Much Does Sinus Surgery Cost In South Africa
As a general rule, ‘open’ surgery costs range from R50 000 to R60 000.00 and upwards.
Can surgery remove sinuses?
The sinus surgeon will use an endoscope a thin camera rod with a light at the end — to magnify and better see the sinus tissues.
Specialized instruments open the sinuses widely by safely and effectively removing causes of sinus blockage like mucous membrane swelling, nasal polyps, and scar tissue.
Is it worth getting sinus surgery?
The majority of people that have sinus surgery report their symptoms to improve greatly afterward.
They have easier breathing, fewer infections, and an increased sense of smell.
To many people who have repeated sinus infections and difficulty breathing, this surgery is well worth the minimal risks it carries.
Does sinus surgery last forever?
Depending on how much restructuring the balloon does to your passages during the procedure, most sinus infections can stay away forever for many patients.
This also reduces the need for additional treatments to clear clogged nasal passages and congestion forever.
How long does sinus surgery take?
The surgery may be done in a hospital or in a doctor’s office or clinic. Either local or general anesthesia may be used.
The procedure takes 30 to 90 minutes.
How can I unblock my sinuses?
Use a humidifier or vaporizer.
Take long showers or breathe in steam from a pot of warm (but not too hot) water.
Drink lots of fluids.
Use a nasal saline spray.
Try a Neti pot, nasal irrigator, or bulb syringe.
Use a micro-current wave device.
Place a warm, wet towel on your face.
Prop yourself up.
Does sinus surgery change your nose?
Usually, septoplasty doesn’t change the appearance of the nose, as all the improvements are on the inside.