Barry had been suffering from sinus infections since he was a child. His sinus infections are always debilitating. He suffers immense pain, pressure, and swelling in his head. The intense headaches cause him so much discomfort he does not want to do anything except stay at home. However, with three very active children and a busy job, he does not have this option. Twelve years ago, he had conventional sinus surgery, but found little relief. His symptoms deteriorated to the point that he was contemplating surgery again. When he found out about the Balloon SinuplastyTM system, he opted for a physician incorporating this technology into their surgical practice.
Barry was pleased with his recovery after surgery with the Balloon SinuplastyTM devices. "Coming out of the procedure in recovery, I felt much better than I had in my prior surgery. I went home that weekend and as far as the surgery itself, I didn't feel any worse the next day… By the end of the week after the surgery, we were on vacation with the kids. We were off riding quads in the dunes. I know I would not have been doing that had I not had this new surgery. There's no doubt."
Barry reflects on his surgery using Balloon SinuplastyTM devices compared to his previous conventional sinus surgery experience. "There was no comparison to the surgery I had 12 years ago. If the doctor wanted to use Balloon Sinuplasty devices again, I wouldn't hesitate. My prior surgery experience was miserable. I would never want to go through such an ordeal as that ever again."
He has advice for other patients suffering from sinus problems. "If you are a patient thinking about surgery and you are seeing a doctor who doesn't use Balloon Sinuplasty technology, I would recommend seeing a doctor who does. I would never recommend surgery without the use of Balloon Sinuplasty devices."
