Question Regarding Septal Surgery Outcome and Non-Surgical Options - would a steroid injection help? (Photo)

May 27, 2025
Asked By:Genius448323 in Denver, Colorado

Hi, I previously had a septal perforation and underwent three surgeries to repair it. My most recent procedure successfully closed the hole, but I noticed a change in the shape of my nose afterward. I’ve never had a rhinoplasty—I only had the perforation addressed and a turbinate reduction done by an ENT. I’m hoping to avoid a rhinoplasty if possible, as I really liked my natural nose before. Could the change in shape be due to scar tissue or a possible deviation in my septum? And if so, is it something that might be improved with a steroid injection rather than surgery?

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