Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Nasal cautery and tonsillectomy problems
I had a tonsillectomy and turbinate cautery last October. i've noticed since, my nose is worse than before I had my surgery; at night it is consistently blocked some nights making it hard to breathe. I have also noticed i've been waking up with bad migraines, severely blocked ears and feeling heaps of pressure in my head every single morning. This used to happen before my surgery but has progressed. My doctor referred me back to another specialist for possibly another nose surgery? Suggestion?
Answers (2)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
If your symptoms are worsened or not relieved you will need to see inside your nose what the status of the previous surgery is. Sometimes the turbinates that were cauterised become big again causing obstruction or sometimes crusts or synechiae for causing obstruction and secondary sinusitis. A nasal endoscopy or CT scan may be required to take any further decision on the course of treatment.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+113
Dr. B G Ravindra Babu
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
33 yrs exp
Bangalore
Need to re-evaluate your problems to see if it is an extension of the old or an entirely new problem overlapping the old.
Next Steps
Surely you need to see an ENT surgeon soon.
Health Tips
If you have been using nasal decongestants for too long stop them, & report the same to your doctor.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
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.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
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.