Department of Otolaryngology (ENT) | Head & Neck Surgery, KTPH

Recovery

• You may experience transient pain or discomfort, including headache which typically resolves in a matter of hours

• Treatment related discomfort typically resolves within 24 hours

• Most patients return to normal activity the same day

• You may experience temporary increased congestion which may last a few days

• Most patients begin to see improvement between two to six weeks post treatment

Post procedure instructions

• Over-the-counter analgesics

• Nasal saline rinse

• Avoid blowing your nose for the first week

Emergency Advice

• Small amount of blood stains in the saliva/spit secretions are expected

• First aid measures for nasal bleeding/epistaxis: pinching the soft part of the nose & gargling ice water continuously for 15 mins

• In the event of profuse bleeding (e.g. persistent ooze/clots from nose or mouth) that does not stop with first aid measures, please proceed to the nearest emergency department or available healthcare provider

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