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Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) in Gurgaon
FESS treats chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps that have not settled with medicines. It opens the natural drainage pathways of the sinuses through the nose, with no cut on the face.
Who needs it
When it is recommended
- Chronic sinusitis that does not respond to medical treatment
- Nasal polyps that block the nose and cause repeated infections
- Mucoceles: mucus-filled cysts in the sinuses
- Complications of a sinus infection spreading to nearby areas
- Sinus tumours, which are uncommon
The operation
How it is done
An endoscope gives a magnified view of the nose and sinuses. A microdebrider, a fine powered instrument, removes diseased tissue and polyps precisely while preserving healthy lining. This means less bleeding and faster recovery than older methods.
After surgery
Your recovery instructions
- Take the pain medicines as prescribed.
- Use saline nasal spray and a humidifier to keep the nose moist and clean.
- Do not blow your nose for at least one week.
- Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for at least two weeks.
- Sleep with your head raised.
- Come for a follow-up visit 1–2 weeks after surgery. Cleaning of the nose at follow-up helps healing.
Possible risks
What can go wrong
- Some bleeding, usually managed with nasal care
- Infection, which may need antibiotics
- Scar tissue inside the sinuses, which can cause blockage again
- Rarely, injury to the eye or the base of the skull
- Reaction to anaesthesia, such as nausea, vomiting or allergy
Dr. Srivastava will review your case and talk these through with you before surgery.
Questions and myths
Functional endoscopic sinus surgery: frequently asked questions
What is functional endoscopic sinus surgery?
FESS treats chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps that have not settled with medicines. It opens the natural drainage pathways of the sinuses through the nose, with no cut on the face.
Who needs functional endoscopic sinus surgery?
It may be recommended for: chronic sinusitis that does not respond to medical treatment; nasal polyps that block the nose and cause repeated infections; mucoceles: mucus-filled cysts in the sinuses; complications of a sinus infection spreading to nearby areas; sinus tumours, which are uncommon.
How is it done?
An endoscope gives a magnified view of the nose and sinuses. A microdebrider, a fine powered instrument, removes diseased tissue and polyps precisely while preserving healthy lining. This means less bleeding and faster recovery than older methods.
What should I do after surgery?
Take the pain medicines as prescribed. Use saline nasal spray and a humidifier to keep the nose moist and clean. Do not blow your nose for at least one week. Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for at least two weeks. Sleep with your head raised. Come for a follow-up visit 1–2 weeks after surgery. Cleaning of the nose at follow-up helps healing.
What are the risks?
As with any operation, there are possible complications: some bleeding, usually managed with nasal care; infection, which may need antibiotics; scar tissue inside the sinuses, which can cause blockage again; rarely, injury to the eye or the base of the skull; reaction to anaesthesia, such as nausea, vomiting or allergy. Your surgeon will discuss these with you before surgery.
Will sinus surgery cure my allergy?
No. FESS corrects blockage in the sinuses and nose. Allergy needs ongoing medical treatment, which also lowers the chance of the problem coming back.
Is sinus surgery only for severe cases?
No. The decision depends on your symptoms and how much they affect your life, not only on severity.
How painful is FESS, and how long is recovery?
Modern endoscopic surgery causes little pain. Most people recover within one to two weeks.
Will my sinus infections come back?
FESS improves drainage and airflow, which reduces infections. Good aftercare and allergy control further lower the risk of recurrence.
Is there a scar on the face?
No. Everything is done through the nostrils.
General information from the Artemis Department of ENT & Head and Neck Surgery patient information sheets. Your own surgeon's advice always comes first.
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