HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment To Get Relief From Congestion

I had sinus surgery (FESS, turbinates, deviated septum) done 8 days ago. I'm a healhy 54 yr old female. Stints came out 2 days ago. I am still having to mouth breathe at night, due to the congestion. Is that normal? (using a cool mist humidifier in bedroom) Having some bloody discharge, back of throat; can't blow nose to discharge because it is too sensitive and too congested. Using saline spray frequently during the day. How long should I expect this to continue? And how long before I can taste/smell again? I actually feel worse than before surgery, but expect that that is normal and will improve.
Fri, 28 Apr 2017
Report Abuse
ENT Specialist 's  Response
Hi,thank you for posting your query on health care magic.
I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.
Yes,it is normal to have nasal congestion and blood stained nasal discharge for a few days after nasal surgery.Complete healing may take around 4 weeks.
For nasal congestion you may use Nasal Decongestant like Oxymetazoline and Oral Decongestant like Pseudoephedrine for a few days.
Continue Saline Nasal Spray.
Avoid cleaning or blowing the nose forcefully.

Hope this answers your question.Take care
I find this answer helpful

Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Skeletal system


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment To Get Relief From Congestion

Hi,thank you for posting your query on health care magic. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern. Yes,it is normal to have nasal congestion and blood stained nasal discharge for a few days after nasal surgery.Complete healing may take around 4 weeks. For nasal congestion you may use Nasal Decongestant like Oxymetazoline and Oral Decongestant like Pseudoephedrine for a few days. Continue Saline Nasal Spray. Avoid cleaning or blowing the nose forcefully. Hope this answers your question.Take care