Is septoplastly a good option if damage occurred? (photos)

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A doctor mentioned septoplastly in my first question and I am wondering how could I know if my septum is deviated? Are there any signs to look for? The phone hit me straight in the face and my nose immediatly started to bleed. Its been 5 days and my nose is doing better, it does not hurt, I can breathe fine and I do not have any bruising. I've never had a problem with my septum, is septoplastly a good option if damage occured?

Miguel Mascaro, MD · Answer

If indeed you had a dislocation or small septal fracture, it would be internal and difficult for you to see in a mirror.  If the trauma was large enough causing severe disruption of the nasal architecture, you would be able to see once the swelling goes down (usually starting at 5 days but can be up to 10).  To be honest, if you do not see any changes to the outside of your nose and have no issues breathing, there is no need for a septoplasty at this time.  You should continue to follow up with a doctor who specializes in nasal surgery as they would be able to guide you and give you a better prognosis following a good physical exam and history.  Without being able to see the inside of your nose, giving you complete advice is tough to do! Best of luck and I hope you feel better!

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A septoplasty is only performed when there is a significant deviation of the nasal septum from an injury or from congenital purposes. Medical necessity must be documented at the time of a thorough internal and external examination of the nose to document it. The degree of deviation  must be significanly block airflow to be submitted to insurance. As long as the breathing is adequate out of the nose, a septoplasty is not required.

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