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Enlarged turbinates and septoplasty
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Enlarged turbinates and septoplasty
by robertin75, Jun 15, 2006 12:00AM
Hello:
I had a septoplasty in 2001 for a deviated septum (which was straightened) but wonder if this kind of surgery also deals with enlarged turbinates (in case they are enlarged).
Also, can enlarged turbinated cause or be contributors to obstructive sleep apnea or can people with enlarged turbinates be asymptomatic as far as sleep disordered breathing problems?
Can you explain me kind of surgeries are available for enlarged turbinates (i.e. general anesthesia, local anesthesia, etc.) and if they are worth trying.
Thanks a lot for your kindly help.
I had a septoplasty in 2001 for a deviated septum (which was straightened) but wonder if this kind of surgery also deals with enlarged turbinates (in case they are enlarged).
Also, can enlarged turbinated cause or be contributors to obstructive sleep apnea or can people with enlarged turbinates be asymptomatic as far as sleep disordered breathing problems?
Can you explain me kind of surgeries are available for enlarged turbinates (i.e. general anesthesia, local anesthesia, etc.) and if they are worth trying.
Thanks a lot for your kindly help.
Doctor's Answer
by National Jewish, Jun 16, 2006 12:00AM
, Jun 16, 2006 12:00AM
These questions are best answered by an ENT surgeon. I would suggest speaking to one in your area.
