Inferior Turbinates: what are they, why do they swell, stuffy nose, congestion, how do we treat

This video is about Inferior Turbinates
Small bones in the nose covered in soft tissue that can swell and cause congestion or stuffiness
Turbinates swell with allergies, head colds, lying down
Can be treated with nasal sprays or oral medications. Afrin or Sudafed can both give immediate relief, but should not be used more than a few days only due to addictive effects and other possible side effects.
Nasal steroids (Flonase, Nasacort, Nasonex, Rhinocort, etc) are most commonly used and are safe for longer term use. Can be used as needed, or daily depending on the underlying cause.
Managing allergies can make a huge difference. Avoid allergens (the things you are allergic to), potentially taking allergy medications, or even getting immunotherapy (allergy shots).
Can be shrunk with a variety of procedures in the office or in the operating room. Most common is to use a microdebrider suction device (like liposuction) or some energy device (submucous cautery, coblation) to shrink the turbinates. Sometimes, portions of the bone can also be removed.
We do not recommend removing the entire turbinate or to damage or remove large portions of the pink lining (mucosa) because it helps heat, humidify, and filter the air that we breathe. Doing "too much" causes a lot of dryness and crusting. It also creates an "empty nose" sensation.
Sometimes we also outfracture the turbinate bone - or push it to the sides of the nose.
Turbinate procedures can be done alone or in combination with other procedures such as septoplasty, adenoidectomy, sinus surgery.
Most turbinate procedures only take a few minutes. Recovery only takes about a week or so.
Saline sprays or irrigation help the healing and keep the nose clear and moist.
Over-the-counter pain medications are usually enough.
Medical Disclaimer: All comments are generalizations and intended to be for educational purposes only. The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

[@katrinamae3510]

All i wanted is to breathe 😭

[@loliloveya9545]

Me too😭 i wanna cry and i get so jealous of other healthy people :(

[@efrmdawick]

@@loliloveya9545 my nose hurts

[@sisi6776]

is it inside of ur nasal??

[@HistoryDoggoistaken]

My left nose is healthy

[@mengkate760]

Lovely Video! Sorry for the intrusion, I would appreciate your initial thoughts. Have you thought about - Yenamilla Sniffing Reformed (Sure I saw it on Google)? It is an awesome one of a kind product for curing nasal polyps permanently and naturally without the headache. Ive heard some great things about it and my mate at last got excellent success with it.

[@smsfelipe]

I had turbinectomy, septoplasty and sinus surgery 3 weeks ago. First 2 days are rough, nose is very swollen and blood keeps coming out of it. In 1 week, there's no more blood dripping, but it forms these thick clots together with mucus that get expelled when you wash your nose with saline water. At 3 weeks now, still has some bloody mucus but at a much lower scale. The breathing is incredible. I didn't think this was possible tbh, there's no more air blockage whatsoever. Wife said she hasn't heard me snoring anymore. I encourage anyone that has breathing problems to strongly consider doing this surgery.

[@ishftw]

Thanks for the info! It helps to know what to expect. I just had all of that done today. It'll be so nice to be able to breathe better.

[@Rock-ub4fk]

i had my septoplasty with fess with b/l partial inferior turbinectomy surgery but even after 2 weeks of surgery i am unable to breathe properly in one of my nostrils can you tell how long does it takes to breathe properly

[@ronaldk.sitlhou2914]

Those of us who are suffering from.Chronic Sinusitis with Nasal polyps know very well.the value of being able to breathe freely without any obstruction.

[@boratunc9700]

It is really great to see a good doctor takes his time to explain these critical stuff. Benefits of internet. Subbed and cheers from Turkey! Keep up the good work Dr!

[@GeneLiuMD]

Thank you for the positive feedback. Are there any other Ear, Nose, Throat videos you might find helpful?

[@flibgonrtsheglis242]

@@GeneLiuMD Yes, one on Empty Nose Syndrome. I'm guessing that won't bring the bucks in, huh?

[@GeneLiuMD]

@@flibgonrtsheglis242 I'll add it to the list. I'm trying to be more timely in getting these out, but they all take time and none of them "bring in the bucks". Partly also depends on when I get a good video of someone's nose with ENS. Much more insightful with visual aids.

[@GeneLiuMD]

@@ant-ep1sq We don't worry about swollen turbinates if there are no symptoms. In very rare cases, there can be growths, masses in the nose that look like turbinates though.

[@rafaeldelgado6073]

Appreciate Video clip! Forgive me for chiming in, I would love your opinion. Have you heard the talk about - Yenamilla Sniffing Reformed (Sure I saw it on Google)? It is a smashing one of a kind guide for curing nasal polyps permanently and naturally without the hard work. Ive heard some decent things about it and my m8 at last got excellent results with it.

[@moneyluser5711]

High quality video. Just a steady stream of perfectly articulated info. No useless intro. Thank you!

[@jackcarr1267]

Dr. That was about the best video and explanation of the problem I have ever heard. Excellent!

[@mauronicolascanseco1643]

Kudos for the video content! Forgive me for butting in, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you researched - Peyackenzor Phenomenal Predominance (Have a quick look on google can't remember the place now)? It is a smashing exclusive product for stamping out your nasal polyps issues minus the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my mate after many years got cool results with it.

[@javiermontezuma1575]

Facts

[@honethompson-rameka3747]

Real talk here from new Zealand haven't been able to breath properly over the last 7 years I'm 25 now went to get a surgery test and they couldn't find a deviated septum but now I'm go let them know about enlarged turbantes. I figured this out my self but putting my fingers up my nose and realized it's not a hole all my life thought there was a big whole in my nose. I was wrong it's like a thin gap and when I open it a bit I could breath untill it closed again. I will be going to get something done with my enlarged turbante. I am so greatful this Is gonna bring me back up with everything, confident, singing, talking most things I put my self down because I knew I was good at it but then I noticed something was up and I couldn't figure it out. I only figured my nose was blocked on one side like 7months ago. And then I look back at my worse moments and realize why. Thank you God and this KZbin guy for explaing. My life's only gonna get better and climb higher from now on

[@MissDewar]

Outstanding over view of a congestion problem I struggle with. Thank you for making this video and educating those of us that struggle with nasal congestion and breathing.

[@lilblitz7406]

@Sporke you have if?

[@introvertedbeauty00]

My nose is so stuffy and stopped up I had to come to KZbin and research what is the cause of this..thank you Doc!

[@danijel1283]

Me too...

[@raymondtendau2749]

Same here dear.

[@xxiv2247]

Soya same shit sucks so much i hate it

[@Hovsep231]

do you sleep with your nostril blocked?

[@nancyjoy2508]

Having knowing about Dr alamale remedies cure and save me from herpes virus

[@bwin0071]

Dr so glad I stumbled onto your video!!! I have allergies and a deviated septum so I’m constantly congested and can’t sleep. Your explanation is by far the best I have had...have been to several ENT’s & Allergist and never got this much info.

[@Babybunnyxox]

This method reduced my turbinate kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpOul41od5etj6ssi=6kwmtey9x0dO5BVu My turbinate was almost poking out of my nose. I felt no relief in 4 weeks, but I just did what the guy said to do in the video and I CAN SEE STRAIGHT UP MY NOSE now. I only did this 10 minutes ago!!!!!!! Not an ad but I just want to help somebody who is suffering like me. Watch the video and try it! It will help you!!!!! I don’t know what the cause of my turbinate is exactly, but I will keep looking. I’m so glad I know how to make it go away though. I’m SO RELIEVED!

[@michellea9857]

You solved your problem as yet? I have similar issues.

[@xxhilalksaxx]

It is not only helpful, it is the best video I have seen so far.

[@jizzahm]

You can't be serious...

[@Nawres45]

Truthfully one of the best informative videos about what I needed to know on KZbin. Thank you Dr

[@pradeepjhuboo9458]

Thanks Doc for this! Looking in the mirror I wrongly thought polyps and turbinates were one and the same thing. Now it's much clearer.

[@StoneCrow189]

My sinus issues are so bad I just want someone to go in there and remove every damn thing. So I can actually breathe my nose.

[@seorangmanusia99]

same with me, can you tell little bit about your sinus problem?

[@jizzahm]

NEVER have your turbinates touched, you can end up with a nightmare like condition called EMPTY NOSE SYNDROME!!! Do your research...

[@yorocco1]

This could cause an extremely serious condition called ENS. Please look it up online. An ENT destroyed my health and my life by cauterizing my turbinates.

[@khadijaquddus2000]

Can nasal obstruction and turbinates hypertrophy cause facial swelling? Please reply

[@theruddyone6443]

@@yorocco1 i plead the blood of jesus on you! You are healed!

[@MaxMerrier]

Thank you Doc for such clear explanation! God bless you more!

[@thabocable9137]

I feel abandoned, I've suffered with this my whole life only to find out now at 40 that it can be easily corrected. Jesus. Great information, thanks very much doc

[@email16v]

You answered all my questions. Thank you!

[@ericamagana3437]

I had surgery yesterday .This video gave me more information than my actual surgeon. Thanks Dr. for taking the time to make this detailed video.

[@185rahul]

How are you now?

[@konner2833]

How did it recover?

[@richardlow2947]

I love your videos. They are concise comprehensive. Thank you for sharing your knowledge Dr Liu. I had septoplasty and turbinate outfracture surgery today, and am breathing much better already.

[@ezebuikepeace6056]

Like how much does it take for one to undergo the surgery

[@juanpisld2224]

hello , how are you now?

[@samsonehigiator]

This is great doc, awesome explanation

[@DriveForShow]

Nice explanation. Doctors I’ve been to don’t get into these details. Thanks for sharing this information.

[@Karoidosoup]

I am so thankful for this doc great explanation keep it up and ty youtube recommendation

[@carlosh8502]

Anytime I lay down I instantly get congested and it sucks I miss sleeping 🥺

[@gomotsegangmotlhajwa8536]

me too. you got help?

[@carlosh8502]

@@gomotsegangmotlhajwa8536 So I no longer have an issue What really helped me was using a nasal spray 30 minutes before bed and never felt congested going to bed

[@lilblitz7406]

@@carlosh8502 I am using nasal sprays but it's not curing

[@lushloren763]

@@lilblitz7406 same for me

[@lilblitz7406]

@@lushloren763 and my nasal hypertrophy is in both nostrils and I also have dns

[@kelleyw8427]

Thank you for your video! Very informative

[@sunnyd6019]

How come every good dr. is in not in my state. I swear all the people I speak to won't give you any info, you have 30 seconds and they leave, etc. I would not know what it is like to visit a dr. like this and actually talk about what to do and what is best for me based on my nose. Refreshing to hear someone actually take time to discuss things, your patients are lucky

[@lilbristo]

I went to the doctor about 3 weeks ago and she said my right side of my nose was swollen and now I know what she meant and I didn’t think it would get worse but I mean hopefully it goes away

[@ABro0m]

My life sucks I’ve been living with this thing and its been switching and won’t go away no matter what, I just wanna breathe like everybody else

[@Tectosaurus]

I have this, I don't remember the last time I've been able through both nostrils at the same time. It's odd because it literally changes sides, but I have one blocked 24/7.

[@regretsonly44]

@@Tectosaurus same problem for 6 years I dont understand what should i do. If u ever find a cure olz share with me

[@JJ-iu5qt]

@@regretsonly44 how are u

[@regretsonly44]

@@JJ-iu5qt not good.. one side of nose tightly blocked.. the side switches but one side always blocked. Extreme facial pain

[@JJ-iu5qt]

@@regretsonly44 it’s horrible

[@lougenier781]

thank you for taking the time to speak about this... I have just started developing allergies but my doctor wont send me for test, he says it will just show that I have allergies to about everything. Anyway he is finally sending me to see a specialist as I have been suffering with this stuff nose for almost 8 months and nothing seems to relieve it. From seeing this I think my turbinate's are enlarge and have been enlarge since I was born. I have always sounds like I speak from my nose. Again thank you for the explanation.. Ottawa Canada.

[@Mansmatters]

This video is filled with a lot of important information

[@st4rs4addi]

if you guys have chronic allergies, i would suggest allergy shots. i used to have such bad allergies in the spring that i couldnt eat most fruits with pollen in them. ive been getting allergy shots for about a year or two and havent gotten any allergies since. i 100% recommend!

[@GeneLiuMD]

Allergy shots (immunotherapy) can absolutely make a huge difference for a lot of people. Any procedure on the turbinates (or any sinus, septum, or nose surgery) do not change how severe someone's allergies are.

[@characterthepowerwithin]

So nice of you to do this video when everyone do anything only for money God bless you doctor my question is how do we know What our specific issue is - is it allergy - phlegm- space in the nose

[@forrestmac1]

Thank you Doctor! Very clear explanation that is greatly appreciated.

[@MsImaneS]

sums it up really well! thanks a lot from Morocco

[@0030mike]

This video helped a lot. I’m having trouble breathing out the right side of my nose. It mostly happens when i’m lying down flat on my back, and i can feel scarring in the right nostril.

[@marym3355]

How did you solve the problem ? Was it the allergy to something?

[@boopeshstech3584]

I have the same issue whats the solution?

[@FHove]

What did you use to get better? I have the same problem.

[@masimusic316]

Thank you doctor Champion Doctor🌹

[@moonrice555]

LOL!

[@sosjames1]

Thank you for good explanation and clear picture. May I ask whether it is standard practice to use iliadin spray each nasal (and wait 5 mins), then following to use nose spray such as Avamys as regular dose ? This way can really help my nose cleared from VMR. But I'm really not sure on negative effect such as rebound vasodilation. Could you please help advise?

[@Mandaxx25]

THANK YOU! This has been driving me nuts my whole life! I knew mine started to swell and I can't breathe properly.

[@xa3473]

I wanna die because of my own nose,can't even do something simple like breathing.

[@cristobalsolano7345]

hope you get that problem fixed soon I apparently have a URI and it sucks camel single berries. If you have any suggestions on how you go about your day. LET ME KNOW!

[@hannabas6229]

Hi are you alive?

[@cristobalsolano7345]

@Gab F it wasnt a swelling that I felt but it did get better. Sadly it's not fixed 6 months later. I still feel short breathed some nights. The best method I found to ease that weird feeling is applying small amount of vics vapor rub on my chest and just above my lip. I'm still not conviced it was a uri

[@cristobalsolano7345]

@Gab F dam, hope you feel better. Tbh after a few weeks it felt more of a mental battle. You have to force yourself to feel better. Go out for walks force your airways open. And keep a positive attitude as corny as it sounds. Its up to you to fix the rest. Or just melt with the depression. Stay strong. :)

[@sisi6776]

@Gab F is it like a burning sensation in nose and can barely inhale ??

[@stumpstein]

Thank you for explaining the swelling, the turbinate function and frustrations. I'm considering an in-office turbinate RF reduction procedure, because the hospital surgery sounds risky. I've had no luck with immunology, i.e., shots. Have had balloon rhinoplasty and surgery for deviated septum. CT scan says sinuses are "fine", but turbinates are too big. I swear, I'm almost ready to check out rather than have another doctor guess which part to fix this time. My sinus pressure (that I believe contributes to my depression), he says, is a headache, for which I should see a neurologist. Frankly, I think I can take care of all this myself with nine floors minimum. I can't take my depression and allergies anymore. But thanks. Your discussion was encouraging for most. Why are most ENT's so narrow in their treatment? All my life I've had allergies and depression, allergies and depression. Now add intestinal issues due to way too many steroids and antibiotics. Oh, well, tenth floor, please.

[@GeneLiuMD]

I'm sorry to hear that things are so rough. If you've already had all those other procedures done, a turbinate reduction will seem easy in comparison. The recovery isn't as bad and is reasonably fast. There really shouldn't be any downtime for most people (unless you have a very physically demanding job). I would recommend seriously seeking another opinion re: the ENT options. There really should be no harm in seeing a neurologist as well. There should be a treatable medical reason for the pressure sensation. If you really are feeling like you can't take it anymore, you should also call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255.

[@musicvids81]

I hope you are ok, really sorry to read you feel so bad. I understand because I felt so bad too, I got to a point where I didn't know how I could go on feeling that way my whole life. BUT PLEASE DO NOT DESPAIR. I had turbinates reduced and it did help me A LOT and like the Dr said it is pretty painless and easy recovery. Please seek help and look after yourself.

[@andybondoir18]

Wow out of like 20 videos ive seen this is the most helpful for me . I have severe allergies and only my right nostril is wide open all the time

[@Peppermint1]

To your knowledge, is it true that it is a common thing to use turbinate reduction as a shortcut in patients that have old displaced (broken) nose bones and septum?

[@GeneLiuMD]

You pack a lot into this comment, and quite honestly, I can't always follow your train of thought. It is true that a turbinate procedure won't correct a broken nose, deviated septum, or sinus issues. It is also true that fixing a broken nose, performing a septoplasty, or doing sinus surgery also won't directly address turbinate problems. These procedures are frequently performed in a complementary manner - many patients need more than one thing addressed depending on what is going on. Every situation is different. What you do on any one patient depends on what types of problems that patient has. You completely lose me when you go on about "...entirely legally..." and so on. But I can definitely say that I can't tell you why or how other people/doctors do what they do. You would have to ask them directly. I can only provide my opinions.

[@harescuts9300]

Thank you for explaining these procedures. I know these operations vary in cost, but could you give me a window or a range of how much it cost to have these operations. I'm considering having something done within my budget. Thank you.

[@sundartamang2529]

I had same question .

[@rafihai]

had a FESS operation together with an inferior turbinoplasty. Because of that operation I received Empty Nose Syndrome (ENS). Daily pain and suffering, dry nose, anxiety. Think carefully before you do any operation to your nose.

[@GeneLiuMD]

I'm sorry that you are suffering. The more that is done to the nose and sinuses, the higher the risk of ENS. The risk of ENS also depends on what general health conditions a patient may have and how healthy the lining of their nose is at baseline. Additionally, how much to do on any individual depends on the underlying problems being treated. There are also many techniques that are more tissue sparing than what used to be done in the past - all in hopes of avoiding ENS. You are 100% correct that all issues must be carefully considered before any surgery or procedure.

[@engr.fahadahmed9423]

@@GeneLiuMD My ENT wrote SMR and BIT on my prescription. And told me that he will just remove the turbinate bone underneath to make the overall size small. Will it cause a risk of ENS. i have a problem of nasal congestion just when i lie on one side the nostril on that side get blocked and vice versa.

[@abdiladifabdikadirali589]

Excellent explanation Nairobi colds have given me a chronic sinusitis. This has been going for nearly 10 years

[@faebalina7786]

Maybe the pollution try somewhere warmer with leas pollution maybe

[@Don-nm5nt]

Thank you for this video.

[@jizzahm]

He should never be doing surgery on your turbinates, no human being should... It's so, so dangerous.

[@amaebarnes]

Dr. Liu, this video was incredibly helpful. Do those membranes or whatever swell up in hot air as well? Whenever my son goes into a car or room where the air is hot, he will start freaking out about not being able to breathe because his nose gets all stuffy. He's 13 now and this has been happening for many years, along with chronic stuffy nose at night

[@osamaaslam1453]

Same

[@eliehabchy8601]

I have the same issue , my nose even swell up on the outside and sometimes gets very red

[@zedz4397]

Sometimes I wonder why living at all when you cannot even breathe.

[@diy_cat9817]

Guess I'll just die

[@vaibhav5502]

Same bro

[@zedz4397]

@@vaibhav5502 ：(

[@MicahHTX]

I feel the same way I feel so bad I'm very depressed and I can't see the ending not this proble.. u are not alone

[@SuperNino111]

@@MicahHTX what is your diagnose?

[@CanadianAwareness]

excellent video

[@tweezers1]

Thank you, Doc

[@Sevitrey]

What is the safest turbinate reduction procedure to avoid possibility of empty nose syndrome? Thanks in advance!

[@Nike_707]

This was really informative! My turbinates are blocking my nose almost completely because of an allergic reaction I had some months ago. A doctor I visited said that I needed to get surgery done, but since I wanted another opinion, I scheduled the surgery and saw another doctor. He said that I might be able to make they shrink naturally with medical treatment and a vacine. The thing is, the first doctor had given me the same medical treatment. I tried it but it wasn't very effective, and I end up never managing to stick with it for long. There's a nasal spray that helps me, but the use is not recommended and I also don't want to use it, but it's the only thing that helps rn. I can handle it during the day, but at night it's terrible, I can't breathe at all, nor can I sleep. The worse part is that the waiting times are horrible. It's been 3 months already, and now I have to wait 3 more if I want to try to do everything naturally, but the medicine is not really helping.. even if I want to get the surgery done (I was previously going to it), the only day available is in the middle of January. I've been wanting since October so..

[@Nike_707]

@@RajaKhan-zf8hh That comment was a year ago, nowadays it's still a little annoying at times but I did the medical treatment and once I actually followed it 3 days later it was much better..

[@Nike_707]

@@RajaKhan-zf8hh Yep, or I couldn't sleep at all, took me three days of nasal spray to get better, at first I couldn't breathe at all, and by the third day I could breath a little...progress was slow but it worked in the end. You need to be patient if you're doing a treatment 🥹

[@Nike_707]

@@RajaKhan-zf8hh So true! Hope it gets better for you! Remember to be consistent tho and do what your doc tells you!

[@pradeepkandikonda]

What you spoke is absolutely correct

[@minervatroche7341]

Great videos thank you

[@OnlyGlenCoCo]

Dr. Liu, could you do a video on ENS?

[@tinabastarache2674]

glad i turned down having surgery on my turbinates from hearing about ENS

[@EdwardDawnCG]

@@tinabastarache2674 you are lucky

[@tinabastarache2674]

@@EdwardDawnCG yes so when i get colds, i have to like do sinus irrigations and take sudafed but mostly it's just super clogged.sinus rinses do help they are very soothing to irritated nasal passages.gross and not fun. i sleep elevated too always but does help me breath better too if sick

[@aheenobarbushenocied9880]

Controversial, most likely an psychosomatic illness.

[@zodiac890]

turbinates filter warm and moisten the air you breath

[@ShortsFromNicc]

They are also in your nose…. 😂😂😂😂

[@NavdeepKaur-bo7dn]

Really... This video is so beneficial for me bcz l come to know about my nose regarding issue

[@jerrodbishop5983]

Thank I need this procedure done

[@MinnowCreekGirl]

The turbinate in the right side of my sinus was huge. I couldn't use a netty pot because the solution couldn't pass thru the right side. Also had terrible pain in my upper right teeth/molars. If I had the tool I would have pulled those perfectly healthy molars. My ent removed my turbinates and referred to one or both as concha bullosa. What's the difference, the size? 10+ years later I am still glad I had the surgery, still have open airways in my nose.

[@Papijuan97]

Never get surgery on your tubinates! May god help you.

[@1010beach]

Why?

[@Edenf0rest]

@@1010beach ENS if the surgeon isn’t careful, and there is no cure for Empty Nose Syndrome

[@QueenxChico]

This was great 🙌🏾

[@vanshikasharma8064]

thank you soo much doctor

[@ToluHarounAdamu]

Hi. Just want to say I experienced this for 4 days, and I couldn’t breath with my nose the whole time. Turns out I have Covid-19 and this was how my body was reacting to the virus. The ENT specialist prescribed medication including a nasal spray and drops and it instantly reduced the swelling and I started breathing again. Keep safe out there guys

[@ToluHarounAdamu]

@Gab F The Covid-19 prescription I was given: Tab Ivermectin 12mg start then 6mg daily X 4 days Cap Azithromycin 500mg daily X 5 days Tab Vitamin C 1000mg daily X 14 days Tab Vitamin D3 1000iu daily X 14 days. Tab Zink sulphate 40mg daily X 14 days. Tab dexamethasone 4mg BD X 5 days Tab Aspirin 300mg BD X 5 days.

[@ToluHarounAdamu]

The nasal meds the ENT prescribed: Admichin 500mg Nasal drops & sprays: Otrivin & Avamys Will search for my prescription to know if there was something more from the ENT. Please let me know if you have any concerns I can answer

[@ToluHarounAdamu]

Please note that the Covid prescription & medicines came only after my Covid test result returned positive, which was days after I had seen the ENT - Ear Nose and Throat doctor, was already on the respiratory medications and had experienced relief from the nostril swelling... I don’t believe these medicines I was prescribed for Covid have anything to do with the relief I felt from breathing difficulties. Rather it’s the medicines from the ENT that gave me immediate relief. The swelling reduced dramatically and I started breathing okay after a few hours

[@mrvtv623]

@Gab F hi gab. i didn't epirience covid but i expirience the dry nose, not much mucus but i still expirienced like cloged nose. i can breath near normal but still it affects me. i expirienced it specialy when the weather is humid.

[@miltchamberlain6218]

So u had no other symptoms from covid? I'm about to take this home test becuz I'm having these same nose issues I hope I'm ok

[@maindepth8830]

Do not take breathing for granted

[@Nonamelmh]

Fr

[@MDBYSL]

You remind me of another asian doc, Steven Ho, based in Ontario, who wanted to do a full-plated jaw surgery on me for some basic upper/lower tooth alignment. It's alway$ by the book (drugs/surgery) with you guys, never mentioning holistic, natural approaches.

[@nosheen1445]

Thank you so much, this has really helped me. I've got a really blocked nose & have to keep using otravine or sudafed & I know u can't use it for too long. I had a look & I can see large lumps up my nose blocking the airway almost fully. I thought it was polyps & really worrying but now seeing your video I think it's just swollen due to having a cold for a few weeks now. Thank you so much for putting my mind at rest. But I will still go to see a Dr as it happens quite often even when I'm well. I do have allergies too so I'm hoping it's just that. I dread surgery in my nose as I really panic when I can't breathe through my nose 😒

[@Vakuio]

U are true. That my nose get inflamed when I lie down and which side I'm lying gets my nose blocked by the side of the nose I am lying down with it.. thank you for an excellent explanation!!

[@sisi6776]

wait was it like a burning sensation and can barely inhale thru the nostrils ?

[@Vakuio]

@@sisi6776 no no not like burning sensation.. it's just that my nose gets stuffed if I lay down

[@hey2964]

my most is stuffy no matter what even when I stand up straight

[@rajendrabansal366]

Great information, thanks. I smell bad odor when i exhale. Most of the times my primary dr gives me antibiotic but it comes back in a month.

[@garywaters6356]

Well said. Thanks

[@steve_ens]

Just have a look on the empty nose syndrome awarenes forum on facebook to get an idea how common and bad a condition ens is😟.theres 2 thousand 4 hundred members on there now.😓

[@Backwardsman95]

I'm getting allergy shots already but after learning about ENS, I don't think I'll go through with turbinate reduction.

[@huijun7358]

how's the allergy shots doing mate?

[@karendabajo5745]

Thank you so much doc...

[@annishab5597]

Hi Doc, i did an xray on my nose, face, and head, and saw that my left turbinate was nearly closed shut, and my right turbinate barely opened. This is all while standing. I was prescribed Omnaris nasal spray, do you think this is good enough ?

[@TheCreeyKid]

Been stuck with them switching from side to side and me not being able to breath out of one nostril for about a day and half, god it’s annoying and my mouth is getting so dry since I have to rely on breathing through it now

[@insaneguy1197]

Are you good now, any updates?

[@dunkofhell7836]

What happened?

[@TheCreeyKid]

@@dunkofhell7836 oh pretty much just had to wait it out, it constantly happens though, I'll be able to breathe fine for a little while, maybe a couple days, and then one nostril will get plugged and it's back to mouth breathing. It sucks

[@aaron4ism]

Thank you for explaining this so well. I have broken/fractured my nose numerous times due to training, as well as smoke cigarettes fairly regularly. And for a year, even without cigarettes, I am constantly clearing my throat and _trying_ to blow my nose to have nothing come out. I have anxiety as it is so this really makes things worse, as far as feeling panicked and uncomfortable as it is sometimes. Sometimes with a hard sneeze, or correct pressure while blowing my nose a "chunk" of phlegm (excuse the vulgarity) will come out. But still nothing improves as far as feeling constantly having something in the back of my nose/throat, also when my chin is down to my chest there is a crackling/clicking noise, like there is air pressurized slowly escaping. Is there any tips or information you would be able to give as far as what this could be? I know that without consulting in person it's nearly impossible to tell, but any feedback would be appreciated. Thank you again for the video

[@fastlifebmx9292]

Do you have deviated septum? Look if 1 nostril is bigger than the other. Dr Rahim Gonstead chiropractor on youtube is known to fix deviated septums at the end of a session for free, rather than doing surgery on the bone, he adjusts the cartilage . Just saying if you have a deviated septum, dont bother on spending 5000 for a nose job/nose surgery when he does them for free (not saying you can just go get a session in general for free and this is not an ad, just some info). I would reccomend looking up eustachian tube stretches on youtube and doing those, there is one I like where you basically take your hands and stretch your jaw out, I will send a link when I find it. This has so many benefits, and their is one where you adjust your ear which does the same thing in the long run.

[@fastlifebmx9292]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXTEkpWqeriYqsk. There is the link to the video, I do this allll the time. Its very simple and induces the most sinus relief ive felt

[@aaron4ism]

RSC 63 Alex Hi, thank you very much for the response, I do have a deviated septum. I will go give it a look because it drives me crazy lol. I appreciate it my friend. All the best, -Aaron

[@fastlifebmx9292]

@@aaron4ism Anytime brotha! Alwase down to help. And you can fix the septum by yourself too! You just hold the bottom of the nose bent opposite of the deviation and then push the middle of the nose to straighten it. Hard to explain but look up "Dr rahim deviated septum" on youtube and its usually at the end of the videos where he does them and once you watch him do it, its quite easy to do yourself. Be careful as alwase though. Ive actualy done it myself and it worked!

[@parvezhasham9436]

How r u now brother. I am feeling exactly the same. Plz help me.

[@zicotr3563]

Thanks I got to know today.. that I have this problem

[@alw2213]

So easy. Thank u

[@Jigsjigz]

I had my adenoids removed or cut down yet 20 years later my nose is always blocked and runny... always usually a clear liquid or slightly yellow, i have hayfever like this too and also asthma currently my right nose is blocked and when i sleep i can hear a little click sometimes that unblocks one side but then blocks the other? any help?

[@185rahul]

I literally have the same problem, I can't sleep at nights, nostril always changes sides, clicking sound when it does, and I'm always coughing out mucus

[@Jigsjigz]

@@185rahul clear flem too or a little yellow right? My gp here in the uk is useless i had a nose op when i was 14 never worked kept telling them nothing ever done.

[@185rahul]

@@Jigsjigz it fluctuates from completely clear to white to yellow to green, this cycle repeats infinitely

[@Jigsjigz]

@@185rahul mie goes normal yellowish, usually clear tho, Green only when i've had a bad cold, its annoying tho has i have asthma and hayfever and the only thing they give me is a stupid nose spray that makes my eyes water and nose more irritable !

[@loliloveya9545]

I'm legitly scared right now. I've had this for a long long time and haven't thought much about it but i can't breathe in my left nostril and sometimes at the right i can only breathe to one and i have so many bad feelings in my body but everytime i tell my mom, i feel like she wouldn't care and i just leave it untreated...:(

[@mauronicolascanseco1643]

Excellent video content! Sorry for chiming in, I would appreciate your opinion. Have you considered - Yenamilla Sniffing Reformed (probably on Google)? It is a good one off guide for curing nasal polyps permanently and naturally without the headache. Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my old buddy Taylor at very last got astronomical success with it.

[@konner2833]

Same, literally just the other nostril for me

[@micaeladawnmakeup]

Why are you scared. it's not a major thing, and is mostly just a nuisance.

[@loliloveya9545]

@@micaeladawnmakeup because i have like a big bump on both of my nostrils inside and i can only breathe through 1 nostril and my nose is always watery literally 24/7 :((( and other complications

[@Kenthetic]

@@loliloveya9545 drink only water so the mucus thins then unleash a huge blow it will come spitting out like water then your congested nostrils will slowly go down

[@BARUCH6223]

Thank you for this awesome informative video.

[@falloutman1843]

Hi Dr. Liu, I don't have allergies but a slight deviated septum and a swollen inferior turbinate. My ENT says I do not need surgery but to continue using nasal sprays for 6 weeks before follow up. Is this typically success in reducing the turbinates' size? Thank you.

[@juanpisld2224]

Hello, I have similar problem as you, What was your solution?

[@levidouglass2833]

I'm about to get this surgery. It was the first thing the ENT suggested. I have 4 completely blocked sinus cavities and super swollen turbinate on the left side of my face. I'm nervous about ENS but right now its constant pressure on my face. And the turbinate is basically touching the hairy part of my nose. I consider that ens would be the same, if not a little better more misery then i feel now.

[@moonrice555]

"I consider that ens would be the same" LOL!!! Right---and getting a perverted phone call is the same as getting raped.

[@levidouglass2833]

Wow nice metaphor. I bet you use it like once a day. I got turbinate reduction in both nostrils. I'm fine, breathing is fine. In fact better. I recommend the surgery 100%. ENS or not being able to breath through the nose. I'd get it again if needed

[@beatrizj.5138]

Levi Douglass I’m having surgery soon . I have tried everything since May 2018 and nothing has worked . I have tried steroids , allergy pills , all kind of nasal sprays and nothing works. But my condition is worst at night time when I’m going to sleep . I have to switch sides because one side get more congested than the other nostril . I Wake up with headaches and very tired all the time . I have no option but surgery 😓😓😓

[@levidouglass2833]

@@beatrizj.5138 I get you. I ended up having inverted papilloma. In the left maxillary. I got the mass removed, both outer turbinates reduced, and a septoplasty. The surgery really wasn't bad. I couldn't breath in through my nostrils before. Only out, and only when I forced it. Now I can breath great. If you have a good surgeon theres nothing to worry about. The recovery isnt bad either. Just get you a few days in a hotel room. And just relax.

[@moonrice555]

Levi Douglas " I bet you use it like once a day." Only when responding to comments as foolish as the one you made about congestion being as bad as ENS. You think ENS just means you can't breathe? It also means severe sinus burning, cold painful air in the lungs (because the turbinates no longer warm the air) and more frequent infections because you have lost the mucous that once caught all the irritants we breathe. How disgusting that you would encourage anyone to have surgery just because it went fine for you, knowing that if it goes badly for them, it's no skin off YOUR ass. Selfish.

[@steve_ens]

I've had emptynose syndrome for 9 years now caused by inferior turbinate resection. it's ruined my life.all because of bad advice like he is saying in video.he didn't mention ens.neither did my surgeon I hope it happens to him one day

[@moonrice555]

The world is a bizarre place. I wonder if these doctors would be so cavalier about this surgery if they had to watch someone they cared about it suffocating every day, contemplating suicide just to escape the suffering. These doctors are like the lawyers who set rapists free---it's like they think don't have sisters, daughters, mothers who could be the next victim.

[@eopal-uk265]

thanks - very useful

[@teggart123]

Thanks for creating this video. I have learnt a lot

[@mellowmike9692]

Even with a small procedure, you can end up with Empty Nose Syndrome. I had only a 10 percent reduction and now my life is unbearable.

[@GeneLiuMD]

I'm sorry to hear about your results. I've performed around a thousand reductions without a single case of Empty Nose Syndrome. Although it would be exceedingly unlikely for such a minor reduction to cause such significant issues, it is certainly a potential risk. There are many contributing factors that can affect how someone does after any procedure, and choosing the right candidate and performing the right procedure for that patient is the art of medicine. I sincerely hope that you are able to find some relief.

[@mellowmike9692]

The turbinates should not be operated on. The average person has absolutely no idea how important turbinates are to breathing and that is why they allow the operation. Out of the thousand people you operated on, I can't help but wonder how many of them could have been helped with other methods since many factors can irritate the turbinates, such as stress and diet. It's easy to blame patients for wanting a quick fix, but it is also the fault of doctors for heading straight for the scalpel instead of looking for the root cause of the problem.

[@GeneLiuMD]

Mellow Mike - If you watch my video, I do go into detail about medication options and talk about managing allergies before I talk about procedures. I am also conservative procedurally and always have patients try meds and non-surgical options first. I appreciate that you had a bad outcome, and to say that no one should ever have a procedure is unfair. I wish you the best.

[@jayloving2005]

idid surgery 2 months ago, i suffered a lot now ENS like drowning in water.. Dr didnt inform me before surgery

[@MormonEdibles]

@@jayloving2005 this is very common, unfortunately, since ENT's operate for profit and disclosing potential risks could reduce the amount of surgical procedures, and therefore profits, those risks aren't always mentioned or explained.

[@aliciabird8241]

it’s so frustrating because i’ve had this problem my whole life. only the left nostril works and flares up and is able to have a good amount of airflow. However the other side doesn’t move at all when i flare my nostrils and there’s barely any airflow. so this has caused me to have asymmetrical nostrils. i went to the doctors about it and they kinda shook it off and said it was nothing. please lmk if anyone has this same problem as me

[@sisi6776]

wait was it like a burning sensation and can barely inhale thru the nostrils ?

[@aliciabird8241]

@@sisi6776 sometimes i feel a burning sensation but i think that’s cause it feels dry literally all the time! and yeah i’m only able to feel the littlest amount of airflow coming through only the right nostril

[@sisi6776]

@@aliciabird8241 omg how do u sleep at night do u feel like u can’t breathe much ??

[@aliciabird8241]

@@sisi6776 honestly i feel fine sleeping. at this point i’m used to it haha

[@sisi6776]

@@aliciabird8241 yeah i literally can’t breathe at all i’m like so close to gasping for air i’m scared i don’t wanna croak in my sleep :(

[@gabecoolwater4497]

Omg... I just noticed these in my right nostril and I immediately panicked! Had no idea what it was, never noticed them before... Omg, I'm so relieved it's a normal thing... 😩

[@kolansito7730]

Inferior turbinates are bad ass! thanks Dr., it's exactly what I have.

[@gmailservice9945]

cutting turbinates may cause the empty nose syndrome

[@fgfg633]

Be careful of messing with your turbinates (surgical): Empty Nose Syndrome.

[@Hovsep231]

you are right but what solution apart from the operation?

[@MrBurkistan]

I know but it’s like choosing between two evils. What choices do we have when we’ve tried medication that doesn’t work.

[@fgfg633]

@@MrBurkistan Get three different opinions and do due diligence in researching the doctor you pick to do the surgery.

[@naceraskitchen3414]

Tell me Dr please. Can turbinates lead or enhance acouphene or sounds in the ears?

[@nathan4350]

Dr., thanks for the great video! Question, is it okay to do more than 1 IT outfracture? A second doc outfractured my turbs a few years after I initially underwent this procedure, and im worried about this 😮 thanks if I get any response here!

[@steve_ens]

Do not have any kind of turbinate reduction its not worth the risk of getting empty nose syndrome then you will know what suffering is like.its not uncommon for people to get severe ens after just 10% reduction with rf turbinate treatment or any other form.

[@Epicsince92]

Dambustersteve ens damn I had surgery on my nose about two years ago from boxing got head but on my nose and broke it, went to a Specalist said I had to get surgery done and I remember he saying I had to get a septoplasty and turbinate reduction and after surgery I was fine until like 4 months later I noticed I’m having trouble breathing again like if extra tissue got built in there probably from wrong healing and now that I see your post I’m like damn lol

[@totiegillego3865]

You forgot to discuss about EMTY NOSE SYNDROME

[@NavajoTacos]

Totie Gillego, this video; kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZzNdaKGf790eqM explains a comp3llimg reason why empty nose happens to many patiwnts and why the industry tries to suppress It's existence.

[@flibgonrtsheglis242]

Dr., how could you discuss turbinate surgery without mentioning Empty Nose Syndrome?? This is very irresponsible. ENS destroyed my life and that of thousands of patients around the world. We were all given this "talk" about the turbinates AFTER we were already butchered. ENS is a living hell that most ENT's STILL do not warn their patients about. Disgraceful!

[@sananita]

​@@flibgonrtsheglis242 This is just a KZbin video. You should talk to your physician before any procedure.

[@OnlyGlenCoCo]

jennifer cruz doesn’t matter awareness is awareness. It’s a known risk that doctors need and should discuss but fail to and cause people to with the disorder. I’m sure he did talk to his physician and they failed to warn them the risk just as the video didn’t discuss it. Informative video but did a disservice by not divisions ENS as something that has destroyed and destroying people lives.

[@flibgonrtsheglis242]

@@OnlyGlenCoCo Thank you. Maybe if Jennifer was left gasping for every breath it would dawn on her why a discussion of turbinates should always at least mention ENS. You clearly know nothing about this issue. We all talked to our doctors and we were butchered.

[@eddieramirez5161]

Very helpful!! Thank you!

[@marurahul8093]

Thank you so much sir

[@steve_ens]

He dosnt mention turbinate reductions by even a small amount can cause empty nose syndrome.

[@rd2071]

Empty nose syndrome is passivley dismissed as something minor if it occurs. The truth is that it is the worst torture a human can expirience. These surgeries need to be banned.

[@bakirev]

@@rd2071 why would a surgery that helps so many people be banned. The doctors just need to inform patients better of the risk and the small risk of ens.

[@steve_ens]

Do not have any turbinate reduction.Any method of turbinate reduction causes the risk of empty nose syndrome even in patients with a small amount of turbinate tissue reduced. the scarring dosnt heal or the nerves are damaged and cause ens.its not worth the risk that the suffering ens causes.i was one of the many unlucky ones that got ens as a result.

[@robloxvids2233]

What does ENS feel like?

[@gabshewitt1]

It feels like your nose is bone dry and when you breath it has a neurological response which makes you feel exhausted and lethargic. Similar to constantly being stuck in a tiny room with awful stuffy air with not relief ever again. I have it and lost my life. Had surgery and was told of not a single side effect

[@robloxvids2233]

@@gabshewitt1 Damn, see this is what worries me. I assume polyps are ok to remove without ENS? Just not the actual turbinates?

[@shii9654]

KZbin Account omg now your scaring me because I just got balloon sinunoplasty and turbine procedure done

[@gabshewitt1]

Sorry I did not mean to scare I just want people to know the risk. I had no symptoms until about 3 months after surgery where they have progressively got worse. Let me know how you feel in the future please

[@jiatalksfragrance]

How can you tell if the constant stuffiness is being caused by the turbinates or a deviated septum? My nose is super stuffy all the time and gets a little better only temporarily if I’m in a humid place or use some nasal spray, but the actual nostril that feels stuffy varies... so I’m guessing it wouldn’t be a deviated septum?

[@nivedithavaddepalli5231]

Sir , thank u so much