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Can I use coconut oil to soften crust in nose?

  • Mar J
  • East Aurora, NY
  • 7 months ago
I had perforated septum repair using cartilage from my ear about 24 days ago. I'm still stuffed up and have problem with a dry crust buildup on my septum. I use saline spray and a humidifier to no avail. I've carefully removed a small amount with my finger, but need something to make them softer. Would coconut oil help?

Doctor Answers 3

Rhinoplasty healing

November 27th, 2016
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It is always best to speak to your surgeon since septal perforation repairs can be complicated and different methods may have been utilized by him. In general it is often a good idea to keep the now moist and lubricated. Sounds like you are doing this. There is a nasal saline gel that can also help to soften scabs in addition to the nasal saline. Again ask your surgeon if this is ok to use. 

Web reference: http://drsteiger.com/procedures/rhinoplasty/overview/

Jacob D. Steiger, MD


Boca Raton Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 67 reviews

November 27th, 2016

Rhinoplasty healing

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It is always best to speak to your surgeon since septal perforation repairs can be complicated and different methods may have been utilized by him. In general it is often a good idea to keep the now moist and lubricated. Sounds like you are doing this. There is a nasal saline gel that can also help to soften scabs in addition to the nasal saline. Again ask your surgeon if this is ok to use. 

Learn more: http://drsteiger.com/procedures/rhinoplasty/overview/

Jacob D. Steiger, MD


Boca Raton Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 67 reviews

Septal perforation repair and healing

November 26th, 2016
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Healing after repair of a septal perforation can be tricky. I would recommend speaking with your surgeon before manipulating or using anything in your nose. I often will have my patients use bacitracin or mupirocin     Good luck

John B. Lazor, MD, MBA, FACS

John B. Lazor, MD, MBA, FACS
Boston Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 1 review

November 26th, 2016

Septal perforation repair and healing

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Healing after repair of a septal perforation can be tricky. I would recommend speaking with your surgeon before manipulating or using anything in your nose. I often will have my patients use bacitracin or mupirocin     Good luck

John B. Lazor, MD, MBA, FACS
Boston Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty issue

November 26th, 2016
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Often mild moisturizers like aquaphor can help. But you are best to ask your surgeon. Good luck......

Web reference: https://www.stevenwallachmd.com/face-procedures/rhinoplasty/

Steven Wallach, MD
November 26th, 2016

Rhinoplasty issue

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Often mild moisturizers like aquaphor can help. But you are best to ask your surgeon. Good luck......

Learn more: https://www.stevenwallachmd.com/face-procedures/rhinoplasty/

Steven Wallach, MD

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