I had an enlarged turbinate with a deviated septum. In my X-Ray scan, haziness is seen in right frontal sinus. Opacity is seen in left nasal cavity. Nasal septum is deviated to right side. IMPRESSION: DNS TO RIGHT SIDE C RIGHT FRONTAL SINUSSITIS C OPACITY LEFT NASAL CAVITY? HYPERTROPHIED TUBINATE. Therefore, i had turbinate reduction and septoplasty surgery 6 weeks ago, but after spending a huge amount and painful moments, my breathing problems still remain. my breath is still short like before my surgery. i am not understanding why this is happening. also my nose is looking more crooked from top.
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You have to be clear about the differentiation between 'Splints' and 'Packing'. The most common thing used is packing. It used to be long Vaseline guaze in the past and now we use soft foam like material to stop the bleeding and keep the pressure on the septum. It usually comes out the day after...
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It is difficult to say not seeing your nose. A standard Septoplasty will not correct your nostrils. You would need an extended Septoplasty bordering on rhinoplasty to correct any nostrils defects.
The anterior caudal septum must be addressed. Again difficult to evaluate without a picture...
Septal perforations often do not require treatment. If they are small, they can be successfully repaired, but this is usually not needed. Most patients can achieve adequate nasal breathing and decreased crusting and dryness with proper nasal hygiene such as aggressive nasal saline sprays, gels,...