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How Old is to Old for Septoplasty. I Am 60. Have Had It Done in my 20's, And Need it Again?

bonnie in Indiana
Dr wants me to have Septoplasy done. I have had deviated septum for over forty years. I have nosebleeds now for the last 3-4 years for which I go once a year to have silver nitrate cauterization and it seems to help for another year. Is it really nessesary to go through surgery for this. I have stuffy nose alot of the time and some sinus issues. I have had a small nasal polp for years. I have a terrible time with being allergic to alot of medications. I am really nervous . Thank you

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Dr. Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Dr. Richard Ellenbogen, MD (retired)
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Dr. Michael Elam, MD (retired)
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