Is whistling from nose normal 3 months post op septoplasty? (Photo)

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I had a septorhinoplasty at the beginning of March this year. I always had trouble breathing out of my right nostril and I still can't breathe very well out of it now. It also makes a whistling noise too. I asked the surgeon about it and he said it's just some inflammation and then prescribed a steroid nasal spray. I'm not using the spray because I don't like the feeling of it. How long will this last? It's quite annoying and I'm embarrassed people can hear it when I breathe.

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question!Whistling while breathing through your nose after septoplasty could be indicative of nasal perforation that is well assessed by a proper exam when you visit your surgeon.

It is important that you keep
communicating with your surgeon and work as a team together to achieve the best
results possible.

Congratulations on your surgery and remain positive!

Ali Sajjadian, MD FACS

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

This is difficult to answer without an exam.  This would not be common.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Lewis Albert Andres, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question!  Whistling is always a concerning thing following any nasal surgery, especially with procedures on the septum. It is commonly associated with septal perforation and should be evaluated by your surgeon. Best wishes!

Jennifer Parker Porter, MD, FACS · Answer

Whistling in the nose after septorhinoplasty could be associated with persistent swelling inside the nose or a septal perforation. Your surgeon would be able to see this on examination. Perhaps he prescribed the nasal steroid because of persistent edema. Another follow up visit could help.

Matthew Bridges, MD, FACS · Answer

Whistling in the nose can be a sign of a septal  perforation, especially after septoplasty.  Are you having bleeding and crusting as well?  You should ask your surgeon about this or get a second opinion.

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