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Septoplasty: How did it impact you?
Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) | Last Active: May 6 5:16am | Replies (48)Comment receiving replies
Hello,
I wonder if someone can provide their opinion on this, whether based on personal experience or of someone they know who have had a septoplasty and turbinate reduction surgery (no rhinoplasty).
Now, I had both done approx. 2 months ago. I know and I was told that the swelling should subsede after a few days and that the shape of the nose would not change.
After two months, and comparing pre- and post- photos, I think that my nose looks wider (not just the nostrils but also the "body" of the nose). Has that happened to anyone else and would more time be needed (more months?) for the nose to fully heal and to be able to judge whether there's been any unwanted change to its shape?
Many thanks.
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I had surgery with both and have no change in my nose size. My nose has been very dry since the surgery and I have a nose whistle at times. I use a saline nose spray sometimes at night to be able to breath and sleep better. I was disappointed that the surgery did not help the excessive mucus in my throat! I have constant throat clearing that is difficult to live with.
In your situation I would give it more time to heal. I hope it helps.
God Bless!
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My husband had both done and there's no noticeable change in the shape of his nose but his nose is still quite sore after 6 months. And he sounds congested all the time but when he blows his nose or dose a nasal rinse there's nothing there.