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I had a Septoplasty due to a septum deviation. I had stents taken out and I smoked cannabis, will this cause it to deviate back?

AGoshbySep 8, 2016
I have had 2 stents in which were taking out today and I ended up smoking cannabis later that night. It has felt more swollen on the same side it use to deviate to, and I'm worried it will push the deviation back into place? Should I be worried?

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I appreciate your question. Cost varies by geographic location, surgeon expertise, OR time, anesthesia, length of procedure etc.  I would recommend that you see a board certified plastic surgeon in your area who specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery and who is also a member ...

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It is very difficult to completely close a large septal perforation. That being said, it might be possible to reduce the size of the perforation if you are symptomatic. Good luck in your area.

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