Nasal Polyps

What Are Nasal Polyps?

Nasal polyps are benign (non-cancerous) growths that occur in the nose and sinus cavities. Most often they are the result of exposure to specific allergens or infection in people genetically prone to developing polyps.  They may result in nasal obstruction, mucoid drainage, a decrease in sense of smell, pressure, sinus headaches, and sometimes bony changes to the nose or face.

Nasal Polyps - Dr. Kimi Dart, Lake Jackson, TX

Treatment of Nasal Polyps

Generally, nasal polyps respond to steroids. When they are small, they may be managed with intra-nasal steroid in the form of rinses, sprays, or injections. When polyps enlarge and no longer respond to medical therapy, surgical excision with nasal polypectomy may be pursued. Typically, endoscopic sinus surgery is performed on initial intervention for nasal polyps. By dilating the sinus cavities, this allows for better monitoring and treatment for recurrent nasal polyps. However, should nasal polyps recur to a significant degree after sinus surgery, nasal polypectomy may be performed in the setting of revision surgery.

Nasal Polyp Relief

Dr. Kimi Dart is a Lake Jackson, TX Allergist and ENT Providing Nasal Polyp Symptom Relief.