Can I box after having two septoplasty procedures?

Question

I had two Septoplasty surgeries in the past. I really want to box in Israel when i study abroad for a year. I really need to know is boxing ok? Can my break my nose easily since i had these two past surgeries? My nasal bone pops, and click when i move my nose around.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.
You are at an increased risk for nasal fractures and I would not advise boxing. All The Best !

Julian W. Dixon, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Unfortunately your nose will be at somewhat increased risk to damage having had two prior septoplasty surgeries. Often The septal cartilage is slightly weaker after a septoplasty surgery. This will have no bearing on your nasal bones, meaning your risk of a broken nose is the same as anyone else, however you may be at slightly increased risk for displacing your septum again. Hope this helps.

Sahar Nadimi, MD · Answer

Your nose is more fragile since you had two septoplasty surgeries in the past. As such, you have a higher risk of causing injury to your nose with boxing. If you want to avoid another surgery, you may want to consider giving up boxing.

J. Charles Finn, MD · Answer

After septoplasty, the nose is certainly more fragile than a nose that had not had surgery. If you do fracture your nose, it may be more difficult to fix since cartilage was likely removed at your surgeries. Maybe find a different sport!

Can I box after having two septoplasty procedures?

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