Sinusitis Treatment in India
About Sinusitis
Key Highlights
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Provides long-term relief from chronic sinus pressure, pain, and congestion.Minimally invasive endoscopic techniques often lead to less pain and faster recovery.Improves sinus drainage and ventilation, reducing the frequency of infections.Can enhance sense of smell and overall quality of life.Addresses underlying structural problems like nasal polyps or a deviated septum.
Who is this surgery for?
- Chronic sinusitis lasting 12 weeks or more despite medical therapy.
- Recurrent acute sinusitis (four or more episodes per year).
- Sinusitis complicated by nasal polyps or a fungal infection.
- Anatomical blockages such as a severely deviated nasal septum.
- Symptoms like facial pain, persistent nasal obstruction, or reduced sense of smell that significantly impact daily life.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough ENT evaluation, which may include a nasal endoscopy and CT scan of the sinuses.
- Discontinue certain medications like blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin) as advised by your doctor.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure and assist you for the first 24 hours.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight) if general anesthesia is planned.
- Discuss any allergies and your complete medical history with your surgical team.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after the procedure.
- Infection.
- Rare risk of injury to surrounding structures (eye, brain, base of skull).
- Recurrence of sinusitis or polyps.
- Temporary or permanent change in sense of smell or taste.
- Nasal dryness or crusting.
- Scar tissue formation (synechiae) causing new blockage.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Expect nasal congestion, mild drainage, and some discomfort for the first few days, managed with pain medication.
- Saline nasal irrigation is crucial several times a day to keep the surgical area clean and moist.
- Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and blowing your nose forcefully for 1-2 weeks.
- Follow-up appointments are necessary for the ENT to remove crusts and check healing via endoscopy.
- Full recovery and final results, including improved breathing, may take several weeks as swelling subsides.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (often outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks for normal activity, 4-6 weeks for complete healing
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering sinusitis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for sinusitis in India include Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform sinusitis. MediFyr helps you compare ent specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for sinusitis compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 544 – USD 2,175 | 0-1 days (often outpatient) | ~ 1-2 weeks for normal activity, 4-6 weeks for complete healing | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,026 – USD 16,105 | 0-1 days (often outpatient) | ~ 1-2 weeks for normal activity, 4-6 weeks for complete healing | Know More |
Top hospitals for Sinusitis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ent teams and experience managing patients undergoing sinusitis.
Panaji, India
79 Doctors
I was a total wreck before...
I was a total wreck before my appointment. First time seeing a doctor on my own and I was convinced it was something serious. Dr. Muthusamy just had this calm way about him. He listened to all my jumbled-up worries, did a quick check, and explained everything in a way that actually made sense. Walked out feeling silly for being so nervous, but mostly just relieved.
ENT Specialists for Sinusitis
Explore experienced ent specialists who regularly perform sinusitis and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 15 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar
- 24 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani
- 20 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri
- 17 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri
- 10 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri
- 24 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal
- 23 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 9 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Kamineni Hospital King Koti
- 21 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 25 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 18 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 6 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 24 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad
- 19 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad
- 16 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jaipur
- 34 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Metro Hospital Faridabad
- 33 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 33 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon