Overview: What Is Septoplasty?
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Why Is Septoplasty Done?
That can block airflow on one side of the nose, causing difficulty breathing (although not always).
The medicines arent going to move cartilage and bone, Dr. ## How Is a Septoplasty Performed?
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How Do I Prepare for a Septoplasty?
Before a septoplasty, you must be medically cleared for surgery.
Your surgeon will provide guidelines once youve been given the green light.
Many of these guidelines apply not just to septoplasties but to surgery in general, Matarasso says.
The guidelines include:
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What Should I Expect During a Septoplasty?
As already mentioned, youll likely be fully sedated for a septoplasty.
What Are the Potential Risks Associated With a Septoplasty?
After that, you should be able to handle your recovery on your own.
Youll also use whats called a mustache dressing, where you tape gauze under your nose to catch blood.
What Are the Possible Complications and Side Effects of a Septoplasty?
It can create crusting in the nose and a whistling sound when you breathe, Matarasso says.
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Whats Next?
The Takeaway
Sarah Klein is a Boston-based health journalist with over 15 years experience in lifestyle media.
She has held staff positions at Livestrong.com, Health.com,Prevention, and Huffington Post.
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