Did my rhinoplasty cause a deviated septum? (Photos)

September 13, 2017
Asked By:courtneyrose817 in Las Vegas, NV

I had an open septo/rhinoplasty done almost 3 months ago. My septum was not noticeably crooked but when examined, my doctor told me it was slightly deviated and he wanted to fix it. After surgery I noticed the bottom portion of my septum is deflected to the left. It is difficult to breathe through the left nostril and it is causing very slight asymmetry. My Dr said don't worry because it's still healing but is this is actually a serious problem that he won't admit. Could it get better by itself?

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Answers (7)

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September 19, 2017

Answer: The nose is never perfectly straight

September 19, 2017

Answer: The nose is never perfectly straight

September 15, 2017

Answer: Septum and rhinoplasty

September 15, 2017

Answer: Septum and rhinoplasty

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