Small White string on my left nostril sticking out, what could it be? 1 week post-op (Photo)

April 29, 2015
Asked By:ladykartel in London, GB

Hi I just had my op last week!! Yesterdey the nurse took my cast off. My nose is still blocked but i saw a whitish string sticking out my left nostril. I havnot yet touched but wondering what it could be. Looks like a thread, feels like material thread. Thnks

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April 30, 2015

Answer: Packing

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April 30, 2015

Answer: Packing

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April 29, 2015

Answer: Nasal packing

April 29, 2015

Answer: Nasal packing

April 29, 2015

Answer: White string nose

April 29, 2015

Answer: White string nose

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Answer: Small white..........

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