The presence of vesicles after sinusitis surgery is a sign of transient edema of the mucosa in the operated area.
The recovery of the nasal cavity after surgery is generally divided into three phases, that is, the inflammatory reaction period, the granulation proliferation period, the epithelial remodeling period, and the recovery time will generally go through 8~12 weeks. During this period, local mucosal edema, high secretion, and vesicle generation are normal postoperative reactions.
The growth of vesicles is mostly within 8 weeks after surgery, which is a reflection of the competitive growth between inflammatory edema and epithelial tissue chemotaxis. If there is no postoperative infection or allergic reaction, the growth will gradually subside. During this period, saline nasal irrigation is often needed to expel inflammatory secretions, glucocorticoid sprays such as budesonide, as well as regular follow-ups to monitor the recovery of the operated area.
If the vesicle is too large to block the sinus cavities or sinus orifices, and cannot be controlled by medication and general treatment, vesicle clamping can be performed to remove the vesicle. Postoperative medication and review should be standardized according to the doctor’s instructions, and if there is any discomfort, the patient can actively seek medical advice.