The cost of surgery for nasal polyps depends on the extent of the polyp growth and the level of the hospital, and is usually around $7,000 to $10,000.
A nasal polyp is a polyp-like mass in the nasal cavity, which can occur in any part of the nasal cavity, including the maxillary sinus, middle turbinate and so on. The more common symptoms are nasal congestion and decreased sense of smell. It can also be accompanied by some symptoms of sinusitis, like a runny nose and headache. Chronic infections and allergic reactions are considered to be the main causes of nasal polyps at present. First of all, nasal polyp is a benign lesion and is not cancerous. Generally, if polyps are found in the nasal cavity, it is recommended to go to the ENT department of the local hospital to check the growth of the polyps with nasal CT first, so as to decide the operation method. After the polyps are removed, the nasal cavity will be filled and compressed to stop the bleeding, usually after 48 hours, and the nasal cavity will be flushed after the operation to better restore the previous state of the nasal cavity.
In summary, the specific cost of nasal polyps varies from person to person, depending on the condition of the patient’s nasal polyps and the level of the hospital visited, generally in the range of 7,000 to 10,000.