Septoplasty has failed twice. It was originally deviated to the right, and after the surgery deviated to the left. Also, part of the cartilage in my nose had collapsed, so I went back in for a second surgery to get the grafting to my nose, and another septoplasty. It has once again failed, and I cannot blame it on swelling, because it has been a year since my second surgery. If there is such a high success rate, why am I breathing 95% in one nostril and 5% in the other?
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Smoking of any kind is not recommended after any nasal surgery. It can cause dryness and irritation to the mucosa and increase your chances of bleeding. In addition, it can negatively impact your wound healing capabilities. I would recommend that you don't smoke during the recovery peri...
The septum is repositioned after a septoplasty and often support splints are put in place to keep the septum in its straight position. Trauma or manipulation to the nose directly after the surgery can undo some of the positive changes. It is important to leave the nose alone after surgery. ...
Unfortunately, no. Clearing up nasal congestion can help with plugged up ears, or ears that feel like they "need to pop" but it doesn't help with ringing. Best of luckDr Rodman