1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Ear, Nose, Throat

  4. Turbinate Hypertrophy. Me how its done!

Turbinate Hypertrophy

2022-10-10 13:05:35
I have been having breathing problem from my right nostril since 4 months and my ct scan report shows hypertrophy of inferior turbinate.. I was advised to go for cauterization of my turbinates please guide me how its done
150 Views

Answers (3)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Cauterization is done by inserting needle in turbinate tissue and cauterizing. This leads to shrinkage of turbinate. One option is laser turbinoplasty

Answered2022-10-10 15:50:23

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+112
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Consult Now
Need to see ur CT report and details of ur history and treatment

Answered2022-10-10 14:03:53

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

It's a invasive procedure of the nose.

Answered2022-10-10 17:36:58

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

Protein - a Fuel

Dr.Swapnil Mate(PT)

Dr. Swapnil Mate (Sports Physiotherapist Cum Performance Specialist) - London (International Olympic Association)The Maj ... Read more

Don't Let Adenoids Take Away Your Child's Smile!!

Dr.Vineeta Goel

Adenoids are lymph tissue masses that are located in the pharynx just behind the nose. They act as a protective barrier ... Read more

Homoeopathy Offers Best Treatment for Enlarged Adenoids!

Dr. Priyanka Mehendiratta

Adenoids are a lump of lymphoid tissue situated in your upper airway between your nose & back of your throat. They a ... Read more

Physics of Weight Gain

Dr.Vishwas Virmani(PT)

Unfortunately, it is safe to say that scientists know a lot less about the energy demands of muscle gain than they do ab ... Read more

Why Do Muscles Get Sore?

Dr.Vishwas Virmani(PT)

Why Do Muscles Get Sore?Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is the muscle pain or discomfort often felt from 24 to 72 h ... Read more

Cycle to Office Once a Week

Dr.M.Maran

Cycling has multiple benefits. It is a form of cardiovascular exercise that increases your overall #fitness. It increase ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Turbinate hypertrophy

3376 Views
I had a CT scan of PNS and the report says I have deviated septum, concha bullosa and inferior turbinate ...Read More

Inferior turbinate hypertrophy

3029 Views
40 yes female I got inferior turbinate hypertrophy problem through my x ray report suggested by a general ...Read More

Headaches from turbinate hypertrophy

1510 Views
I have inferior turbinate hypertrophy, one side of the nose is always blocked. My ent says it is a minor ...Read More

Inferior turbinate hypertrophy and DNS

1161 Views
I am 40 yrs male having inferior turbinate hypertrophy and also having mild DNS. I visited ENT and he adv ...Read More

Left nostril is blocked

1034 Views
Left nostril is blocked from last few months. The alternate nostril breathing of nasal cycle is not happe ...Read More

Inferior turbinate hypertrophy

29 Views
Hello i have been suffering from nasal congestion from 2020 almost it was quite severe but later after so ...Read More

Spur and inferior turbinate hypertrophy

75 Views
I have dns with spur inferior turbinate hypertrophy used all medication by doctor But still not get rel ...Read More

DNS and Bilateral inferior turbinate

92 Views
Recently have been diagnosed ( CT PNS ) with bilateral inferior turbinate hypertrophy and dns to right si ...Read More

Turbinates Hypertrophy

66 Views
I had done septoplasty , septal perforation and turbinoplasty surgery in january 2025 after 4 months, my ...Read More

Dns and turbinate hypertrophy

73 Views
I have dns and turbinate hypertrophy. I Have constant nasal congestion, nostril block, headache, facial p ...Read More
Disclaimer : 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 your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.