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Septoplasty and Popping noise. Is there anything else I can do?

izzyfashehOct 19, 2015
I had a septoplasty about 2 months ago and I just put some pressure on my nose and accidently pressed too hard causing a popping sound and some blood to come out my left nostril. I called my doctor and he said everything is fine and just to sleep upright for a few nights. But is there anything else I can do? Im worried I hurt it but am not close to home at all and canot see my doctor in person.

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