-18yrs since broken several times boxing/was broke again 10yr ago w pipe -age 20-26 had oxy habit(sometimes snorted w coke once while) -only air up there past 13 years as I am sober but I smoke cigs - cut down to less then half pack/day -seems like hole has got huge and worried that bottom is almost down to skin only holding it on -I have to put light facing up a nostril and clean out inside once a day min because clogs and can't breathe -would insurance cover Philadelphia area HELP please
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I recommend that you see a doctor if you are having discomfort so many years after surgery. Consult a board certified plastic surgeon that dedicates 100% of his time to rhinoplasties for the best advice on what to do and why the pain is being caused.
Best of luck!
Deepak Dugar,...
There is a high probability that you have a septal perforation (hole in the inside of your nose that allows the two sides of your nose to connect). This hole will result in dryness in your nose, dry scabs to develop, and lead to frequent small nose bleeds. The hole also causes collapse of the ...
Thank you for your question and photographs.
Nasal bridge can be elevated during rhinoplasty surgery using either catilage or implant. There are various options available.Both have their advantages and limitation. please discuss with board certified plastic surgeon .
Best of luck
Dr Milan...