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Why Is My Nose Still Sensitive to Touch 3 Years Post-Op? (photo)

KellyElizabethTMar 30, 2013

Hi. I had surgery for a deviated septum almost 3 years ago and my nose still hurts a lot! Is this normal? what can I do? Please help! Thank you!

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