What Else Should I Do For Coli In The Sinuses Apart From Daily Nasal Rinses And Use Of Fluticasone And Azelastine?

Posted on Sat, 28 Apr 2018

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Question : I just had sinus surgery and correction of a diverted septum. In my post op exam for removal of the stents, the doctor informed me that I had coli in my sinuses. Post op I was on anti bionics for a week. I do twice daily nasal rinses and am using Fluticasone and Azelastine twice a day. Is there anything else I should be doing?

Answered by Dr. Naveen (37 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You are doing the right things

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for posting the query

I feel you are on the right track. Avoid nose picking and frequent rubbing of the nose. Use normotonic saline nasal spray as and when required. This keeps the nasal mucosa moist and prevents crusting.

Drink plenty of warm water, this rejuvenates the nasal mucosa and promotes healing and moisturizing. Avoid sleeping directly in front of the A/C blower or fan.

Hope this answers your query; I’ll be available for the follow-up queries.

Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Naveen (2 hours later)

Thank you

Answered by Dr. Naveen (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Wish you good health

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for giving us an opportunity to help you. Wish you good health. God bless you.

Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng