What is Nasal Congestion?

The most common complaints in patients with nasal turbinate hypertrophy are:
• Continuous or periodic nasal congestion
• Habit of breathing through the mouth
• Snoring and breathing pauses during sleep
• Waking up tired in the morning
• Decreased sense of smell
• Headache and feeling of pressure in the face
• Concentration disorder
These symptoms may become more pronounced, especially at night and during allergic periods.

The main causes of concha enlargement are:
• Allergic rhinitis and chronic intranasal inflammation
• Frequent upper respiratory tract infections
• Environmental factors such as cigarette smoke and air pollution
• Septal deviation (nasal bone curvature)
• Anatomical variations such as concha bullosa
• Hormonal changes (pregnancy, menopause)

Yes. Concha hypertrophy is a treatable condition. The choice of treatment is determined according to the severity of the patient’s complaints and the underlying cause.
• Drug treatments in mild cases
• Interventional methods can be applied in advanced and permanent cases.

Radiofrequency (RF) concha reduction is a modern and minimally invasive treatment method applied to reduce the volume of nasal turbinates. In this method, controlled radiofrequency energy is given to the inner tissue of the conchae to reduce volume. The nasal turbinates are not completely removed, only reduced. Thus, the natural functions of the inside of the nose are preserved.

• The procedure is performed under local anesthesia
• A thin probe is inserted into the nose
• Low-dose radiofrequency energy is applied to the turbinates
• The procedure takes an average of 10-15 minutes
• The patient can return to normal life the same day

• It is minimally invasive, does not require incision
• The risk of bleeding is low
• The healing time is short
• Usually one session is sufficient
• The natural structures inside the nose are preserved

• Mild congestion and edema may occur in the first few days
• Saline sprays and moisturizing products are recommended
• Most patients start breathing comfortably within a few days
• Full effect usually appears within a few weeks

Radiofrequency turbinate reduction is especially suitable for:
• Those experiencing constant nasal congestion
• Those who do not benefit from drug treatment
• Patients without severe septum deviation.