Worried about being 'scoped' for chronic sinus infections? | Ohio State Medical Center

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Channel: Ohio State Wexner Medical Center · 2018 · Education

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Patients suffering from chronic sinus infections often worry about being “scoped” for diagnosis. Robert Pema, DO, FACOO, an otolaryngologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, assures patients that a scope is typically more easily tolerated than expected. A topical anesthetic is applied and most patients feel pressure, but not a lot of pain, and the procedure is over quickly.

To learn more about General Ear, Nose and Throat care at Ohio State, visit https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/ear-nose-throat/general-adult-and-pediatric-ent.  

To make an appointment with Dr. Pema, call 614-366-ENTS (3687).

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