I had septoplasty and turbinate resection surgery 2 months a go. I feel as if this surgery did zilch for me. My Dr. Didn't see any perforation. But, I feel the same as I did the day before surgery. Realistically, how long does it take to see results? Was the surgery a failure? Maybe my allergies? I'm truly frustrated. Can someone please enlighten me? You're reply is much appreciated. Thnx
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November 7, 2014
Answer: Breathing improvement after septoplasty and turbinate reduction
Difficult to say if you need a second operation on the septum. A consultation will determine what anatomically is going on and what might need to be done about it. There are many reasons for your symptoms and problems with the septum is just one of them.
A deviated septum can cause a decreased sense of smell and nasal obstruction do to blockage of bone and cartilage in the back of the nose. When there is a restriction of airflow across the olfactory area, a decrease in the sense of smell will be experienced. Fixing a deviated septum will not...
Your septum is deviated to the left side. It also appears as if the "turbinate" on the right side of the nose is larger (compensatory hypertrophy). Insurance can pay for surgery, depending on your insurance plan, if your breathing is impeded and if you have sinusitis or other...