Endoscopic Angiofibroma Excision Treatment in India

James Das, a 16-year-old high school...

James Das, a 16-year-old high school soccer player from a close-knit family, had been struggling with persistent, worsening nosebleeds for nearly a year. Initially dismissed as a side effect of dry air or sports, the episodes became more frequent and severe, sometimes lasting 20 minutes. He also developed constant nasal congestion and a feeling of pressure in his face, which affected his sleep and athletic performance. After a particularly bad bleed during a game, his pediatrician referred him to an ENT specialist. A CT scan revealed a juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma, a benign but vascular tumor. The ENT surgeon, Dr. Lee, explained that due to its size and location, an endoscopic excision was the best option to remove it completely while minimizing scarring and recovery time. James was terrified of surgery and worried it would end his soccer season. The procedure itself went smoothly; he was under general anesthesia and felt no pain. The post-op night was uncomfortable with nasal packing, but it was removed the next day. Recovery involved two weeks of rest, nasal saline rinses, and avoiding strenuous activity. Within a month, he was back to light training, and the nosebleeds were completely gone. Emotionally, James transformed from an anxious, fatigued teenager hiding his condition to a relieved and confident young man, grateful to have his health and his sport back.