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There are absorbable stitches in the nose we use during surgery, do not pull on them. If a stitch comes out that is ok. It it is hanging, trim it carefully with scissors. If you have the splints inside the nose, that is normal. However, they should not be causing bleeding. If it feels like they are cutting into the tissues then you need to see your doctor to get them removed. In the interim do the following; 1. Saline spray ( I like the brands 'Ocean' and 'Simply Saline') 2 sprays in each nostril 10 times a day 2. Ayr Gel Tube, Apply in the nostril with Q tips 3 times a day 3. Use a cool mist humidifier in the bedroom at night to keep the humidity above 50%. I got mine from Home Depot and they have hygrometer to monitor humidity level built in. Regards Dr. Janjua Disclaimer: This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
After a septoplasty, it is common for the surgeon to insert splints inside the nose to fit on both sides of the septum. These are made of silastic which is a plastic-like material. These are usually left in for 5-7 days and then are removed. If yo are having bleeding and pain, try to get in to see your surgeon .
Some people experience significant nasal obstruction with a 30% restriction of airflow while other patients do not have symptoms. It really depends on each individual patient. If the nasal obstruction from the deviated septum is significant and the patient is symptomatic, then it...
Trauma to the nose can result in a fracture or deviation of the internal portion of the septum known as a deviated septum. A deviated septum usually causes decreased breathing issues consistently out of one side of the nose. A tall thin nose with flail upper lateral cartilages can...
When the nasal bones need to be re-aligned, cuts in the bone are necessary. The body treats these like a broken bone and heals with the formation of new bone. This is known as callous formation. This bone is always thicker than the bone that was there before and is almost...
