Septoplasty 12 day ago. They removed cartilage and a bone spur, still got pain around eye area and pressure in nostril and ear.

It is absolutely normal to experience clear fluid release post-septoplasty procedure, as the process of serous drainage is occurring. The fluid is simply the nasal mucosa reacting to the surgical trauma. Should you begin noticing any changes in color, consistency, or odor of the fluid, there may...

Septoplasty sutures are typically tan or natural in color.  These usually dissolve on their own by in one to two weeks.  You may also have silastic septal splints that will need to be removed..  Their location varies, but are usually just inside the nostril behind the columella.

Hello, thank you for your question. Insurance companies cover procedures when there is a functional impairment that needs to be corrected. In other words, if your deviated nasal septum is causing nasal obstruction (blocked breathing), your nose is not functioning properly. Proper nasal function...

What you describe may be a symptom called globus.   This is usually caused by  larygophayngeal reflux,  or LPR.   It is very commom.   Have you discussed this with your ENT?   

Hi, Thank you for your question. We advise patients not to blow their nose after surgery. It can cause bleeding and delay the healing process. I would follow up with your doctor on what his post op instructions are. Your doctor will also be able to help clean out your nose without causing any...