I had septoplasty 8 months ago, septum is loose and makes a whistling sound. Is this normal?

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The side that was to be opened more, is still reddish inside. Sometimes I hear my nose whistling, and there is still a little scab that I can feel sometimes. The middle of my nose, I'm assuming it is my septum, is loose and it moves still. Is this normal, does it take a long time for my septum to become stable?

Paul L. Leong, MD, FACS · Answer

I agree with my colleague in that the
whistling noise maybe the result of a septal perforation (a hole in the
septum). This is definitely something
that you want to speak with your doctor about.  If this is the case, it may require additional surgery to repair the
perforated septum.  I hope this helps.

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear Hollyberry, I would see your surgeon for a direct examination to determine your recovery and review these problems. Whistling may be a sign of a perforated septum so this should be examined by your surgeon as soon as possible. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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