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How Can Polypoid Mucosal Thickening In Left Sphenoid Sinus Be Treated ?

Cat Scan showed polypoid mucosal thickening in left sphenoid sinus . How is this treated? Is it serious? 53 yr old female, many prior sinus infections.
Thu, 26 Jan 2012
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hi
welcome to health care magic.
do not panic.sphenoid sinus is a space in your skull bone and you have been diagnosed with a polyp or outgrowth of tissue is this space.this is treated with an endoscopic sinus surgery.it is a very advanced technique with minimal complications.
consult your ent surgeon for further treatment.
take care!
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How Can Polypoid Mucosal Thickening In Left Sphenoid Sinus Be Treated ?

hi welcome to health care magic. do not panic.sphenoid sinus is a space in your skull bone and you have been diagnosed with a polyp or outgrowth of tissue is this space.this is treated with an endoscopic sinus surgery.it is a very advanced technique with minimal complications. consult your ent surgeon for further treatment. take care!