Sinus surgery without general anathesia

Posted by redsoxn2024 @redsoxn2024, Feb 17 7:26pm

I am 3 months plus into a sinus infection and on 4/5th antibiotic,,but nothing has helped. I don’t have any congestion or breathing problems, but have constant sinus pressure and light headedness.
Since the culprit is a blocked ethmoid, the ENT says balloon sinusplasty is not an option, so likely headed towards FESS. I don’t disagree with his plan, but have a real fear of general anesthesia. I want a local and sedation. Anyone gone this route, or have any recommendations?

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ricebear | @ricebear | Feb 21 9:37pm

In reply to @jm1 "@ricebear was that balloon and reduction a success? How was the recovery?" + (show)

It was a success! I used to have one or more (usually more) sinus infections every year, and I haven't had one since the procedures. The recovery wasn't fun but wasn't unbearable; the least comfortable part was having the bandage/padding in my nostrils for a couple of days and then being careful with blowing my nose for a little while. For me, it was definitely worth it.