What can be done to correct my perforated septum a second time and will it get bigger?

A septoplasty can be performed and the septal cartilage can be removed. However, it will leave a margin approximately 1 cm on the dorsum as well as caudally to keep the mechanical strength. If that amount has not been removed then more can be removed. However, it looks like you have internal...

Sleep apnea is common and can be caused by several things including nasal obstruction. I’m sure your ENT will be able to sort it all out for you

Based on your photo, you appear to have a reverse c-shaped appearance to your nose. Feasibility of an open or closed reduction of your nasal fracture would require an examination. A straighter nasal appearance may be achieved by filling the indentation with microdroplet Silikon-1000, depending...

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. Experiencing dryness and sensitivity to cold air after a Kenalog (triamcinolone) injection is relatively common and can be attributed to the...

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, the fullness in the dorsum may not improve with time. Usually tip swelling decreases with time. Additionally, it appears that your nasal tip is over projected. All of these areas could be addressed during a revision. I recommend...

After a septoplasty, the septum is not healed by 2 weeks and is more prone to be broken. If you spar or competitively box you at 2 weeks then you are more likely to have complications. I recommend you do not do this. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.