I recently had a septoplasty surgery (not a rhinoplasty) and as you can see from the picture, the septum that divides my nostrils is crooked. I was wondering if that part of the septum should have been straightened or is that part usually left untouched? could the surgery have caused that deviation? I have also attached a picture of the post operative report for a definitive answer. any help would be greatly appreciated
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Hi Joanne90,What you are seeing now at the early stage of healing, will change a lot in the next few months. Please be patient and follow your surgeons' advise.
Congratulations on having a septoplasty. Swelling inside the nose can present as pressure and nasal obstruction. This generally peaks on day 2-3. As the swelling resolves, you will start to feel better. Continue your nasal hygeine regimen and stay hopeful. Take pain medication as...
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