Balloon Sinuplasty for Chronic Sinusitis Relief

Balloon Sinuplasty for Chronic Sinusitis Relief

Relief from your sinus infection symptoms could be right around the corner.Balloon Sinuplasty, Chronic Sinusitis

 

If you’ve been dealing with a sinus infection and haven’t been able to find a reprieve from your symptoms, then it’s time you turned to our Munster, IN, Merrillville, IN, or Olympia Fields, IL, otolaryngologist Dr. Arthur Katz for help. Not being able to breathe properly, or dealing with facial pain and tenderness should not be the norm. Find out how this simple, non-surgical treatment could help you.

What is balloon sinuplasty?

In the past, those suffering from chronic sinusitis had to undergo invasive surgery, but now that’s changed thanks to advancing technology. Now our Munster, IN, Merrillville, IN, and Olympia Fields, IL, doctor is able to treat your sinus issues without needing to remove any bone or tissue, or needing to make incisions.

Instead, we will guide a small catheter that contains a deflated balloon into the sinus cavity. Once we reached the block sinuses, we will inflate the balloon, which will help to open up the passageways and remove the blockage.

Once the sinuses have been opened, a saline solution will be sprayed into the cavity to remove any pus or mucus that may have built up. Once the passageways are open and clear, we will remove the balloon catheter. This procedure is completely safe and will not affect the durability of the lining or walls within the sinuses.

Who is a good candidate for this treatment?

If you have been experiencing facial pressure and pain, nasal congestion, nasal discharge, a decrease or loss of smell, or sinus-related headaches and you haven't found relief from prescription medications, then it might be the perfect time to find out if balloon sinuplasty is the next best approach to treating your sinus problems and eliminating your symptoms. This may also be a great option for someone who experiences multiple sinus infections throughout the year.

How long will I experience relief from my sinus symptoms after this procedure?

This will vary from person to person. There are some people who reported a significant improvement in their symptoms nine months after the procedure, while others have still experienced relief after two years.

If you are interested in getting balloon sinuplasty in Munster, IN, Merrillville, IN, or Olympia Fields, IL, then it’s time you called our office and scheduled your no-risk consultation with Dr. Katz.