Can these activities be done Post Op(Septoplasty)? If not, for how long?

October 11, 2022
Asked By:Reserved232411 in Wadgaon, Maharashtra, India

Can one climb steps? Can one use indian style toilet? Can one gargle with water while brushing? Can one flare ones nostrils or make any movement of the nose? Can one practice yogic breathing techniques?(closing alternate nostrils) Can one use saline nasal irrigation using a neti pot and blow the nose after to remove all the water. Can one yawn or cough? Can one pick ones nose? How long is the septum vulnerable after surgery? What activities(examples)can cause it to bend and undo the surgery?

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