Do I need septoplasty? I always got nose bleeds from a young age, now 18. It would cause an inconvenience anywhere I go (Photo)

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Additionally, I've always gotten nose drip and found it difficult to breath properly specifically through one side of my nose. I've gone to the ENT and a specialist but they've only given me sprays or burned vessels but they never seemed to work as I continue to have these symptoms to the point where I am just tired. Researching, I came across discovering the septoplasty procedure and over a year have been wondering if this would be beneficial for me, as I also notice I have a deviated septum.

Joelle Rogal, MD · Answer

An in office examination with an ENT physician should determine whether or not you would benefit from a septoplasty.  There are other structural abnormalities that can occur within the nose leading to difficulty breathing or a persistent runny nose.  The ENT should be able to determine what other medical or surgical treatments would benefit you.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A surgical Septoplasty is only performed when there is poor airflow in the back of the nose. A thorough internal examination than is required to make a  determination about what is causing the obstruction. Medical necessity  and preauthorization must be documented in order to bill your medical insurance. A septoplasty will not help with chronic nose drip or nosebleeds. Those issues are treated with medical management in the office setting.

Farhad Ardesh, MD · Answer

A septoplasty can certainly help reduce nose bleeds. I recommend you see a board-certified facial plastic surgeon for a consultation to determine if it can help you. Dr. Ardeshirpour

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear gweert, An in office intra-nasal examination will determine your candidacy for septoplasty surgery. Septoplasty surgery would help correct your breathing if you have a deviated septum however this procedure will not necessarily address nasal bleeding and chronic dripping. Seek some consultations with experts in the field and after a proper diagnosis then you will be fully informed of your options. See examples in the link and video below. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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