I had septoplasty and bilateral turbinate reduction 8 weeks ago. When I breathe, the air feels very cold and dry (even inside a warm room) and immediately I feel air on my throat and to my lungs (cold,dry). I’ve been doing rinses, using humidifier and keeping nostrils moistened but I’m worried that my turbinates are not functioning properly. Also my voice is sounding nasal since the surgery even though it seems the swelling has subsided. Are these symptoms likely to balance out with more time?
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Snoring can be caused by multiple factors. A deviated septum is just one. I would allow 6-12 weeks to elapse, following surgery, to allow for swelling to subside. If the snoring persists, you should discuss with your surgeon other possible causes for your persistent snoring.Good luck!
Dear Chrisbee, Every surgeon has a different protocol for post operative care of their septoplasty patients. Speak with your surgeon and discuss your concerns with your breathing difficulties so that he/she may provide options to help you. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
This seems unlikely. Most dissolvable materials used in surgery are gone within days or weeks of the procedure. You may have a nasal obstruction that is unrelated to your surgery that still warrants medical attention, so you should consider an appointment with your doctor, who may want to...
