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“Septoplasty - Deviated Septum Closed One Nostril Almost Completely”
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Spent: $100 in Vancouver, BC
I had a deviated septum which almost closed one nostril completely. I was referred so that the septum could be repaired. Now both nostrils are open and working wonderfully.
The first 3 days with packing were very tough, with mouth breathing, but not terribly painful.
I had septoplasty 10 days ago. The surgeon did a great job, he said the cartilage had been fractured in several pieces. I have a incision in each nostril and this evening after irrigating with a neti pot, the scabs over the incisions came out easily. I see no infection or pus, but I can see the cartilage. Is this something I need to be concerned about or go and see my surgeon?This review is the subjective opinion of a RealSelf member and not of RealSelf, Inc.
My Doctor: Name not provided
Referred by family doctor because of ongoing breathing difficulty.
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In my case you can't tell from the outside at all. (No scars on the outside and no change in shape from the outside.)
I would imagine it all depends on the surgeon and what the desired result is. I'm sure it is possible to get a septoplasty along with some rhinoplasty. I wanted no change to my nose, I only wanted to be able to breathe properly.
That was achieved so well, that I can't believe I waited so long to have it done!