Why should sinusitis be treated?
Sinusitis is defined as an inflammation of the sinuses for various reasons and a disorder that causes symptoms in the patient. The main symptoms of this condition may be as follows:
1. Headache
2. Watery eyes
3. Sore throat
4. Nasal congestion
5. Nasal discharge
6. High fever
7. Runny nose
When symptoms of sinusitis persist for more than eight weeks within a year, it is considered chronic sinusitis. Untreated chronic sinusitis can lead to serious health problems.
What Problems Does Untreated Sinusitis Cause?
1. Eye infections and vision problems
2. Tooth infections
3. Nerve damage around the nose and eyes
4. Respiratory problems
5. Circulatory problems due to insufficient oxygen intake
Untreated or delayed chronic sinusitis not only reduces the quality of life, but can also negatively affect general health. Therefore, it is important for people with sinusitis to consult a doctor.
Sinusitis Treatment Balloon Sinoplasty Surgery
Today's treatment options include correction of environmental factors in patients with sinusitis (treatment of allergic rhinitis and influenza), use of medication and nasal sprays, as well as surgical intervention.
Chronic sinusitis problems may often require surgical treatment. These treatment options include:
1. Endoscopic sinus surgery
2. Balloon sinus surgery
Balloon sinus surgery offers a faster healing process and less risk of complications compared to endoscopic sinus surgery. Therefore, patients generally prefer balloon sinus surgery.
What is Balloon Sinus Surgery?
Sinusitis causes narrowing of the sinuses' connections with the nose. Balloon sinus surgery involves inflating balloons placed inside the nose and sinuses at an appropriate pressure to correct the mucosa in the nose and sinuses and to open the narrowing of the sinuses. This procedure is performed by experienced otolaryngologists.
What Should Be Considered After Balloon Sinus Surgery?
The nose and sinuses produce about half a litre of mucus a day so that a person can breathe healthily and control the problem of sinusitis. Sinusitis occurs when mucus is produced irregularly, its structure is disturbed, it becomes vulnerable to bacteria or circulation is impeded due to malformations in the sinuses. When balloon sinus surgery or endoscopic sinus surgery is performed to treat sinusitis, patients should make some changes in their lifestyle.