Hello,

This is my first post.
i live in NY tri-state area. I've always had allergies and sinus issues since childhood. Was finally planning
sinus surgery for Dec 2015 to take care of myself and hopefully not deal with Sinus infections any longer.
Quickly found out after the surgery (FEB 2016) when the Dr said I have never seen anything quite like
this, that my problems were not to be resolved so quickly. Luckily I was referred to Dr. Lebovics and Dr. Lally at HSS
who swiftly put me on Retux. Did four rounds in April
Hopefully I will taper well on the Pred and my issues will be resolved. I am having doubts of this happening as
smoothly as I am implying, but I can only hope it does.

I have a question to put out to all.
How does one with this disease go out socially with friends and or family and when asked "How are you and what have you
been up to lately?", respond without bringing it up. I feel like I am being dishonest if I do not bring up GPA, but at the
same time do not want to put a damper on what is supposed to be a good time easy dinner out.
I feel like this issue can turn a person into a recluse.

What experiences have you had or any ideas for me to try to not become a slave to this disease.

Thank you in advance for much needed advise.