Can a septum re-deviate several years after surgery?

August 21, 2017
Asked By:dawnybcooks in Philadelphia, PA

I had surgery to fix deviated septum on 2012, was told post op that nose healed and straightened correctly. Symptoms resurfaced 2015, saw an allergist who said ds was still present. Next saw a 2nd ent was sent for CT scan that showed ds, but dr did not agree. Symptoms persist, despite taking steps to control allergens, reflux and sleep apnea. Can a septum redeviate years after surgery and why would this occur?

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August 25, 2017

Answer: Septal deviation

August 25, 2017

Answer: Septal deviation

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