I Have a Septal Perforation Due a Septoplasty, my Nose Continues to Clot and Dry Up, Will This Continue Until I Get It Repaired?
August 31, 2013
Asked By:luxster123 in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
I recently had a septoplasty about a month ago. My nose was very dry and extremely clotted, the doctor removed these clots about 4 times since my surgery but I guess I have developed a septal perforation because of the surgery. My nose continues to clot severely and it is very very dry, I know that the perforation was developed due to removing the clots, I could feel it ripping away at my septum, but I am just wondering if my nose will stop clotting and moisten up, thanks
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Dear Andy06, I personally place all of my septoplasty patients on antibiotics for five days after surgery. The antibiotic used depends on each persons medical history and possible allergies. It is not common to be able to breath through the nose the first night for my patients as they have small...
After 3 months, picking at the nose as you describe will not likely cause any damage to your result. I would recommend avoiding picking if possible, and following up with your surgeon if you have an similar issue in the future. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.
It is probably not a good idea for you to be manipulating your nose 1 week after surgery. I would recommend you go see your surgeon and voice you concerns regarding the septum and exposure.