Hello. I do have a some-what noticeable deviated septum. It does cause me breathing problems to the point where I can only breathe out of one nostril (rarely can I breathe out of both nostrils). However, I am refraining from doing such an operation in fear of a possible "botched" surgery. Should I be afraid of getting a septoplasty in fear of a possible "botched" nose, or should my fears be regarded as nonsense? Thank you!
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Dear Lexipeterson, No, there are no home remedies to help a deviated septum. The only correction for a deviated septum is surgical correction. This is a very rewarding procedure with a quick recovery, minimal patient downtime and covered by most insurance policies. Best regards, Michael V. Elam,...
Dear raynahamieh, I would suggest seeking a follow up appointment with your surgeon so he/she can do an examination and give you a proper diagnosis and treatment plan if needed. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
All perforated septums will have a scab that fills the hole. Using antibiotic ointment intranasally helps so does irrigation. . If it continues to be infected get it repaired. It is a lingeringing infection that impares your healthdd