Themes and subthemes of the analysis
| Themes | Subthemes |
| 1. Recognising impact | Living with chronic rhinosinusitis |
| Impact on work and social life | |
| Accepting and normalising | |
| 2. Seeking resolution | Self-managing symptoms |
| Medical treatment options | |
| 3. Healthcare interactions | Primary care consultation |
| Expectations of secondary care | |
| 4. Surgical intervention | When surgery is acceptable |
| Decision-making for surgery | |
| Anticipated outcomes |