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Do I need surgery for below symptoms
Hello doctor(s) I was having mucus formation (right nasal)continously.
ENT doctor advised me to take a CT scan and i took it today
CT results:
Mild deviation of nasal septum towards right.
Minimal mucosal thickening in the right anterior ethmoid sinus.
Mild bilateral inferior turbinate hypertrophy.
Type 3 optic canal seen bilaterally.
Type 2 cribriform plates seen on both sides.
All Others are positive(normal). Can any doctor please advise whether I have to undergo surgery or medication is sufficient?I am clueless. Please advise . It will be very helpful.
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You can go for medical management first
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have an ENT evaluation ,you need to take some medications.
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avoid cold food
steam inhalation
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