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Septoplasty Without Cotton-stuffed Nose?

asked 3 years ago by tomsds in Filthydelphia
Latest answer by Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD
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Tags: deviated septum

Hi, I have a deviated septum all my life. I was punched in the nose when I was a little kid. Can I get Septoplasty without stuffing the nose with cotton? I have extreme claustrophobia and could not handle the cotton? Please help.

Thank You, Tom

4 answers to Septoplasty Without Cotton-stuffed Nose?

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No need for packing

I have been doing septoplasrty procedures without packing for the last 10 years, there is no need for this uncomfortable,  sometimes painful treatment
Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Septoplasty recovery

Nasal packing is performed to reduce swelling and bleeding  postoperatively. Steps can be taken to minimize the need for lengthy packing, but I would recommend at least 24 hours of the packing. 
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Nasal Packing After Septoplasty Not Necessary

Following septal surgery, most surgeons prefer to support the inside of the nose with either packing (cotton, gauze strips, or non-adherent bandage material) or with septal splints. Septal splints are made from soft silicone and allow the patient to be able to breath while they are in place. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
C. Spencer Cochran, MD

Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Septoplasty without cotton nasal packing

Tomsds, Yes, one does not absolutely need cotton nasal packing after septoplasty or deviated septum surgery. Most plastic surgeons and otolaryngologist use cotton packing temporarily to help control natural bloody oozing following nasal surgery. This nasal discharge after surgery is the worst the first day, but often takes several days to resolve. Some surgeons may also use temporary silicone splint to help support the septum during the healing period. You may have a little extra nasal... more
Houtan Chaboki, MD

Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

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