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Will a Septoplasty make me feel sick after the operation?

C_Strudwick95Dec 7, 2016
I am due to get a Septoplasty next week. I've been told it will make me feel extremely sick for a week after. Is this true? Or is it the anesthetic? I am very nervous about the operation and would like to know what to be ready for.

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