What to expect after sinus/nasal surgery

In this video I talk about what you can expect after nasal or sinus surgery during the healing period, and tips on what you can do to help this process!
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[@dgtwo3724]

I had surgery to correct my deviated septum in 2016, along with a tonsillectomy and shortening of the uvula all at the same time. As a result, my quality of life completely changed for the better, especially my sleep quality and improved mental sharpness due to better sleep. Recovery takes a little time and people need to be patience. It doesnt heal overnight or in a week. Again, be patient regarding your recovery. You will get there. It will be 7 years on August 10th and every day, a thought goes through my head just how blessed I am that I made this decision.

[@wdbreezy]

Today is Saturday, July 29th. I had right sphenoid surgery on Tuesday, July 25 - four days ago. No prescription pain meds are being taken, only Tylenol. My nose is a faucet and I feel like I have the flu - achy and weak. I’m glad I had a good supply of Kleenex on hand as this is more than the drip pads I was given could ever absorb. I’m using a saline spray several times each day and wiping large amounts of fluid from my nose continually. The worst part is the burning/tickling in my right nostril and sneezing every ten to fifteen minutes. It’s painful despite keeping my mouth open and trying to be gentle. My surgeon’s office says it’s a histamine reaction. I have no congestion or blockage and haven’t been able to find further information on whether this is expected or unusual.

[@mikebastiat]

Seems like only rich people can get one

[@dgtwo3724]

@@mikebastiat not true at all. People with HMO plans get this surgery all the time and don't always have to pay much out of pocket. I'm not rich.

[@SZVFILMS]

how long it takes to recover

[@PeteHob]

Wow, how much time has passed since surgery that you are not consumed and obsessed with how painful that recovery had to have been. From my research at least I don’t see how it could not have been tortuous. With my PTSD ( medical trauma) I would never recover mentally from that kind of medically inflicted pain; since I take it personally. My saying is always that it is 2024 and not 1824, so there is no reason to allow severe pain to go completely unchecked. Anyway,I’m glad you are well. Cheers

[@RideOrangeKTM]

Had a septoplasty done about 5 days ago. Starting to have small opening to breathe thru the nose but very small. Still very congested. Thanks for the video!

[@kauaireed9006]

how are you now ? are you glad you did it

[@RideOrangeKTM]

@@kauaireed9006 yes im glad i did it now. I fell alot more rested from a night sleep and colds and allergy are not as difficult to bear.

[@bharghavsagar5097]

Happy for you

[@daisydudu]

Im so sick of the old infectious mucus and scabs and clots and the smelly feeling through out its been 13days since i got my surgery and im using saline cleanse on a daily basis i hope we all recover nicely from the surgery 💗

[@dgtwo3724]

It's only been 13 days as of the time you left the comment. Be patient. You will recover and you will be glad you did this.

[@thnkx]

"I hope you enjoy the recovery phase." Whaat? There is no enjoyment to be found with that.

[@lisawest1556]

BRUTAL!

[@ct2568]

I'm 16 days post op and having a severe migraine 😢.

[@kauaireed9006]

Have the migraines went away, thanks

[@melvincedeno5056]

How long does nasal drip last after the surgery?

[@deepakjangra7675]

i have sunis FESS. surgery its been about 4 days and my nose are deadly blocked ...is it normal?

[@katehayat4640]

Thanks for this. Three days pot surgery I was wondering my my nose is runny all the time and congested, so it's drainage, thanks for explaining this. I am fortunate my nose only bled on the day if surgery but clear fluid is now constantly discharging, pretty much as it used to prior to surgery.

[@StuartG61]

Hi Doctor so glad you said healing can take six weeks am on day 11 post op septoplasty & still feel congested was starting to worry about the procedure failing

[@deepakjangra7675]

same thing happening with me

[@leexuanru94]

Hi did you guy heal eventually. How long did it too. I am on day 11 still block and congested.

[@bharghavsagar5097]

@@leexuanru94is your septum swelled?

[@randymarji3727]

I lost my taste and smell. Had it 1 week ago tomorrow. How long does it last if you’ve experienced it?

[@jeannettegonzalez7133]

Im on day 6 post op. I had to remove my splints on day 4 or 5 because of my panic attacks. I have been very congested ever since. Anyone else going through congestion after removing the splints?

[@brentstraddle1462]

When you speak calmly, you know what you're talking about.

[@keiths4874]

2 1/2 weeks out and seeing this video has got me somewhat optimistic, clear (not congested) most of the time except when I lay down for bed (even reclining) and then I'm completely "blocked-up" both sides 😡, Up and moving I stay clear 90% of the time and I have been using a Navage for nasal irrigation (2X a day) and the bloody healing tissue is being flushed, just thought I'd be clearer by now, am I just being impatient ???? and I really need/want some decent sleep🙏

[@BlackEswadeh]

Hello doctor , i'm 2 days post surgery and afraid to put pressure with the saline rinse since i feel there is a sort of something stopping the saline from getting to the other side

[@libird3096]

Same here idk how

[@BlackEswadeh]

@@libird3096 trust the process and give the bottle more pressure suddenly lakes of blood clots and disgusting shi will pop out

[@libird3096]

@@BlackEswadeh but I still have the two plastic support in my nose and my left ear is so pressured. Worst of all after my wash my nasal is filled with the saline rinse

[@kauaireed9006]

It’s been a year now how are you

[@BlackEswadeh]

@@kauaireed9006 hi , nothing much , im still getting my nose blocked i just learnt to live with it and not overthink it . Eventhough doctor said the last checkup i needed an extra lil surgery to remove a lil bony structure in my left nose to make it even better but i just forgot about it

[@pogah1985]

I’m 11 days post op and can breathe through my nose ok just very dry scabs and mucus inside .The problem with me is I can’t sleep properly still I wake up every few hours then sleep wake up again I never had this issue before I had surgery .I hope it’s not insomnia anyone else have this issue ?

[@leexuanru94]

I on day 10 and had this issue too. How are you now?

[@nicolehillman5344]

I am 11 days post op and I don't sleep as well either

[@robinquarles3959]

I just had my suregry last week. My septoplasty and all my sinus cativities touch. I faithfully use my medi bottle and saline but my head still aches and my nose is so dry. I also have antibiotic ointment i use twice daily. I finally go me a post surgery set bia amazon. I am now looking to add a humidifier.

[@riteshranjan188]

I had septoplasty,turbinoplasty and endoscopy sinus surgery 15 days back. Still i am having headache and ear pain. Is it normal? In how many days i will get rid of this pain?

[@shipraverma5291]

Same problem

[@varunmehandiratta99]

Anyone here had trouble sleeping after sinus surgery? I've been having severe sleeping trouble 4th day after surgery (FESS, septoplasty and turbinoplasty) I am feeling very sleepy, as soon as I get from one state of sleep to the other my body is getting an intense jerk accompanied by a sinking feeling. I am very frustrated , exhausted and feeling defeated after an intense 18 months of long covid , I was hoping for things to get better after surgery and now I have this illness that I have no clue what it is or how to fix it. Side effect of general anesthetic? Side effect of taking tramadol? I was fine first 4 days and this started after tramadol. Are these hypnic jerks? The more I look it up, the negative content AI keeps presenting me is just taking ne to a very dark place. If someone has a similar experience, i would really appreciate some advice.

[@IWillSexU]

I was advised to do the surgery too but I'm scared shitless after I read so many negative symptoms that may occur like ENS. Any update on your side?

[@kauaireed9006]

Are you feeling any better?

[@pogah1985]

I’m 11 days post op and I can’t sleep either I sleep for 2 hrs then wake up then sleep again but I keep waking up I hope it’s not insomnia

[@varunmehandiratta99]

An update, it's been a bit of a rough ride but largely it's related to post operative anxiety. Mt wife's been doing yoga, and exercising and the more she's off the phone , not reading native articles and participating in Facebook groups discussing about the problems the more she's better. We went for a 12 day trip over Xmas, new years with a few friends and the whole break was great, she didn't feel any symptoms or discussed it. Instead of from feeling depressed, blaming the surgery and the symptoms all the time. Now that we have been back a few weeks some days when she's feeling a bit anxious, is alone all of these feelings and symptoms return. I am hoping this goes away with time🤞🤞

[@AayushaNepal-xy1uf]

Can nasal polyps shift bones in the nose? Can the bones come to normal after polys are removed..?

[@Mansmatters]

Great video

[@DukeFan99]

experience after the nasal surgery for polyps. What do they use to stop bleeding after the procedure today? Can you breathe with the packing in?

[@trinityskitz7929]

The swelling and congestions are absolutely infuriating, right now I'm breathing far worse than I was before surgery. I am currently on my full second day without nose dressing (plugged nose) and the swelling / congestion are absolutely horrible right now. I had my surgery last wednesday and my nose dressing was removed last friday. It's still so congested that even washing my nose out with luke warm salt water has little to no effect. I'm starting to think this might be the worst decision of my life currently. I am going to call the hospital tomorrow to see if this is part of the natural healing process since it is driving me insane. i expected at least some air going through easily but not even that has been granted for me.

[@raiyatulalam1124]

It's part of the recovery process dear

[@naomiholmes83]

I am on day 3 also, although I didn’t have any packing in my nose, just started to use saline spray today and feel much better for it, although I am so tired 🥱 how are you feeling now?

[@mikebastiat]

Update?

[@leexuanru94]

How are you now? I am also still feeling congested because of the thick yellow mucus sticking deep inside. Saline wash has no effect on me too. I on my day 10. I told my ENT doc that I am making 2 trips per week to suction out the mucus clotting inside.

[@annaw6099]

Had my surgery just over 6 weeks ago and i still cant breathe . Im wishing i'd never had it done.

[@jakpoy3485]

Can CSF leak happen in sinus surgery? If yes what part of paranasal sinus is risk of CSF?

[@Veronicaa.S]

yes, u can watch dr vik veer's septoplasty video where he goes through that

[@TownGirl04]

You forget the most important info..Is nose stuff with bandages?

[@richardwheelerrw]

Does having splints and the nose packed result in pain than not having your nose packed?

[@abdulhameed9877]

it is 23rd day of my nasal polyps removal surgery, and i have crazy pain on my lift side of the ear . and feel complete numbness on the same side, half throat, uper lift side teeth. dont know the pain is increasing day by day

[@bandananandyghosh559]

I feel headache due to my sinus. Do l need a surgery?

[@anna_m59]

Go to the doctor they have to look with scope . KZbinrs are not doctors

[@randymarji3727]

I lost my taste and smell. Had it 1 week ago tomorrow. How long does it last if any of you have experienced it?

[@anarose6555]

Me too! It lasted about 10 days. I could taste but hardly smell.

[@sherwinzn1]

I had a septoplasty turbinoplasty and sinus endoscopy done last week Tuesday... Still swollen and highly congested... I have a lot of fluid build up... Bleeding has stopped... Hope I recover soon... Breathing through my mouth is tedious... Sending love and healing to everyone here😊

[@wagzstuff5446]

I’m getting surgery Monday, how long did it take for you to recover?

[@phaniindra8942]

I had a surger same but still I bet facial pain

[@StuartG61]

Still blocked one nostril more than the other 4 weeks after septoplasty is this normal please advise Am starting to worry

[@4KMediaGuy]

I’m the same I got my stints removed I’m one week post op now I’m getting worried because I thought when stints remove you can breathe the best you ever have before surgery for me I didn’t feel that and when I hear other people say there more than one week with still only nostril that scares me

[@brandonlee3875]

How are yall doing now im getting it done also next week

[@StuartG61]

Still blocked but seeing private surgeon next week think turbinates should of been done same time as septoplasty but that's the NHS in UK

[@jahrastaeasygaming2372]

I have "paranasal sinus disease " as spotted by an MRI recently done. Is this something serious? I have not seen a doctor about it yet and with a google search it says cancer.

[@jahrastaeasygaming2372]

i had a facial twitch for a month as well but it seems to have subsided

[@BABY-ir4yz]

Same here buddy where you go I got questions to. Lol

[@TheWatchman959]

Its my second day and I sneezed twice, does anyone reckon it would compromise the procedure?

[@Ibvuag912]

Hi Dr. I just done my sinus surgery for two weeks now, and my eyes lids are swollen. Is this common or not?

[@michaelfowlkes4729]

What is the risk to the eyes having this surgery?

[@theentminute5159]

hey great question. the surgery should not affect the eyes significantly there is some irritation that is common after surgery --conjunctivitis major complications would include violation of the orbit with swelling around the eye--very uncommon. There have been reports of blindness, however these were in the early stages on endoscopic surgery in the 1990's

[@michaelfowlkes4729]

@@theentminute5159 thank you for the reply. I had FESS,septoplasty & turbinate reduction on December 28. I'm noticing some differences in my breathing but my nose is still stuffy at times and I'm still fatigued most days..

[@cmoneman3025]

@@michaelfowlkes4729 hope you've recovered well by now, hoping you're breathing is easier and fatigue is reduced🙌🏽

[@michaelfowlkes4729]

@@cmoneman3025 thank you I recovered from the procedure but it didn't help me

[@cmoneman3025]

@@michaelfowlkes4729 sorry to hear that, damn

[@rachelcody7423]

Had my septoplasty done today, should I begin irrigation today, or when the bleeding stops in a few days?

[@richardwheelerrw]

What did you have done Was it ok?

[@amfandrade]

I'm having sinus surgery tomorrow and will be performing in a week, I really hope I can make a quick recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@kauaireed9006]

How did the sinus surgery go?