Around apr 20, had some throat discomfort mostly just below my left jaw in particular, with phexin 500 it had subsided again by end june 20, similar mild swelling of the submandibular gland was noticed and my physician referred to an ent. Ent checked up and had ct pns done ?findings -small polyp/cyst seen in left maxillary sinus -septum shows minimal deviation to right - bilateral small concha bullosa is seen -osteomeatal units are normal as per ent from above, it was diagnosed to be dns c pansinusitis and advised functional endoscopy sinus surgery. Also said, the post nasal drips are the likely causes of the throat issues and my deviated septum added to the problem. I have sleep apnea and use sleep machine for sleeping for the last ten years or so from sep 20, it has come up again and causing throat discomfort as earlier. Kindly review and suggest medication to overcome the situation in lieu of surgery. If sinus surgery is the main resolution pls let me know how early it need to be done and you views re the findings as a second opinion thanking you in anticipation.

Dr. Varun RaiENT Specialist13yrs exp

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Your problem was submandibular gland swelling and you have been advised sinus surgery. That is very strange. In my opinion you should wait and get a ct scan of submandibular gland. In all likelihood there would be stone causing your problems. After the diagnosis is clinched you can contact me on how to proceed.  

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Dr. Karuna ChawlaHomeopathy Doctor24yrs exp

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1. Do saline gargles daily. 2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also. 3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of ac. As our nose is the most sensitive part of our body, when there is temperature difference between two rooms or inside n outside, then if we not protect our nose, it gets affected. 4. Drink hot liquids --hot liquids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe the uncomfortably inflamed membranes that line your nose and throat. 5. Sleep with an extra pillow under your head-- elevating your head will help relieve congested nasal passages. If the angle is too awkward, try placing the pillows between the mattress and the box springs to create a more gradual slope. 6. Treat that stuffy nose with warm salt water-- salt-water rinsing helps break nasal congestion, while also removing virus particles and bacteria from your nose. 7. Blow your nose often (and the right way)-- it's important to blow your nose regularly when you have a cold rather than sniffling mucus back into your head. But when you blow hard, pressure can carry germ-carrying phlegm back into your ear passages, causing earache. The best way to blow your nose: press a finger over one nostril while you blow gently to clear the other. Homeopathic treatment has very encouraging results. Consult online for details.  

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