Condition
Chronic sinusitis treatment in Baku
ENT examination, medical treatment and, when needed, endoscopic sinus surgery in Baku clinics.
Chronic sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses that lasts 12 weeks or longer. Typical complaints are a blocked nose, thick discharge, pressure or pain in the face and a reduced sense of smell. Chronic sinusitis treatment in Baku starts with a consultation with an ENT doctor in a licensed clinic, and the examination may include nasal endoscopy and a CT scan of the sinuses.
Many patients improve with medical treatment, such as saline rinses and steroid nasal sprays chosen by the doctor. When symptoms continue despite this, or when polyps or a deviated septum block drainage, the ENT surgeon may suggest endoscopic sinus surgery or septoplasty. We review your reports and scans in advance, send a written cost estimate and help with the visa, transfers, accommodation and an interpreter.
Treatment options in Azerbaijan
ENT examination and imaging
An ENT doctor examines the nose and throat, and the examination may include nasal endoscopy and a CT scan of the sinuses. This shows the extent of inflammation, any polyps and the shape of the septum.
ENT (ear, nose and throat)Medical treatment
Treatment may include saline rinses, steroid nasal sprays and, in some cases, other medicines chosen by the doctor. Allergy is treated as well when it is present, and the plan is usually continued at home.
Endoscopic sinus surgery
When symptoms persist despite proper medical treatment, the ENT surgeon may recommend endoscopic surgery to open the natural drainage pathways of the sinuses and remove polyps. It is done through the nostrils, usually without cuts on the face.
Endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)Correction of a deviated septum
If a deviated nasal septum blocks breathing and sinus drainage, the surgeon may suggest septoplasty, sometimes in the same operation as sinus surgery. The decision is made after the examination and CT.
SeptoplastyWhere treatment takes place
Who it may suit
- Adults with a blocked nose, discharge or facial pressure lasting more than 12 weeks
- Patients whose symptoms keep returning despite sprays and courses of medicines at home
- People with nasal polyps or a reduced sense of smell
- Patients with a deviated septum and frequent sinus infections
- Those who would like an ENT opinion before deciding on surgery
When the trip should wait
- Acute sinusitis with high fever, swelling or redness around the eye, changes in vision or a severe headache needs urgent medical care at home, not a planned trip
- An acute cold, a flare of sinusitis or an asthma attack should settle before planned surgery
- Planned sinus surgery is usually postponed during pregnancy
- Patients who take blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder need advice from their own doctor before an operation is planned
The final decision is always made by the doctor after reviewing your documents.
Documents for the medical review
Send whatever you already have. If something is missing, the doctor will tell you what else is needed.
- ENT report with the diagnosis and the treatment tried so far
- CT scan of the sinuses on disc with the radiology report, if it has been done
- List of current medicines, including nasal sprays and blood thinners
- Information about asthma, allergies and other chronic conditions
- Recent blood tests if surgery is being considered
- Passport copy for the visa and booking
Frequently asked questions
When does chronic sinusitis need surgery?
Surgery is usually considered when symptoms continue for months despite proper medical treatment, when polyps or the shape of the nose block drainage, or when complications develop. Many patients manage without an operation. The ENT surgeon decides after the examination, endoscopy and CT.
Can chronic sinusitis be treated without surgery?
Often yes. Medical treatment is usually the first step and may include saline rinses, steroid nasal sprays and treatment of allergy. The ENT doctor in Baku can review your current plan, adjust it and explain what to continue at home.
How long should I plan to stay in Baku?
A consultation with tests usually takes 1 to 2 days. After endoscopic sinus surgery most patients plan about 7 to 10 days in Baku, so that the surgeon can check healing and clean the nose before the flight. The surgeon confirms the timing for your case.
When can I fly home after sinus surgery?
Air travel is usually possible once the surgeon has checked the nose at the follow-up visit, often about a week after the operation. Pressure changes in the cabin can cause discomfort or bleeding early on, so the final permission to fly comes from the surgeon. If you would like to ask questions before travelling, an online consultation with a doctor can be booked.
How much does chronic sinusitis treatment in Baku cost?
The cost depends on the tests needed, whether surgery is planned and its extent, the length of stay and the accommodation you choose. After reviewing your documents and scans we send a written estimate that lists everything included, so you can decide before booking.
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