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Can One Have Breathing Difficulties 5-6 Weeks After Rhinoplasty/septoplasty?

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I am 5-6 post op. While my breathing has improved considerably as compared to the first couple of weeks, it is still far from normal. Is it common to experience breathing difficulties at this stage of recovery? If so, how long, on average, will it take to return to normal breathing given this is not a complication? I have heard about steroid injection. When is it appropriate to approach my surgeon with this request?

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