1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Ear, Nose, Throat

  4. Nose related issue. After septoplasty.

Nose related issue

2023-01-18 13:37:01
Is nasal packing and splints compulsory after septoplasty . i am taking about septoplasty not rhinoplasty
83 Views

Answers (6)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Not compulsory. But it is desirable. Most surgeons prefer to use.

Answered2023-01-19 01:14:52

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+126
Consult with a doctor
Online now
I use Silastic septal splints with airway, which does not require packing.

Answered2023-01-19 04:08:11

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Good evening! Nasal packing prevents you from complications like bleeding and septal buldge And nasal pack timings depends on the surgeon! Its a part of the procedure

Answered2023-01-18 16:34:45

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Different surgeon have different opinion Some use to pack both nostril nd some use to pack only operative site some r not doing nasal packing in septoplasty

Answered2023-01-18 15:58:12

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Let the surgeon decide this and trust your treating doctor. Altho It shd be done preferably.

Answered2023-01-18 15:28:48

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

yes defenitely becuase after surgery the nose may bleed, and for septal flaps approximation the nostrils have to be packed

Answered2023-01-18 13:54:59

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

Help! My Child Has Put Something in His Nose!

Dr.Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

Foreign bodies in the Nose is a common problem in children, and sometimes in disturbed adults.The child may insert a for ... Read more

What to do when the Nose Bleeds?

Dr.A. Sudha

Peak summer is here and in various parts of the country, dry heat and heat wave conditions prevail. The common ENT probl ... Read more

Visit an ENT in case of a child's nose accident

Dr.Kamal Goyal

Sometimes kids put something in their nose and don't even tell it to parents etc. It is always advisable to visit ENT sp ... Read more

How to Stop a Nosebleed

Dr.Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

A nosebleed, known medically as epistaxis, is a common problem in children as well as the elderly. It is a condition in ... Read more

My Child's Nose Is Bleeding!

Dr.Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

Nose Bleeds (Epistaxis) is a very common problem in children and one of the commonest causes for bringing a child to the ... Read more

How to Get Rid of a Blocked Nose?

Dr.vaidyas : Dr. surya Bhagwati

Blocked nose, lots of used tissues, teary eyes and irritation; is this how you are feeling right now? If yes, then you h ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Laser septoplasty surgery for nose in de

1924 Views
Left nose deviated nasal septum . Breathing problem . Concentration problem and anxiety .want to know abo ...Read More

Septoplasty nose

1179 Views
I have a cross nose ..is that cause any problems in future or how can I get treatment for this ..I have c ...Read More

Septoplasty cause Empty Nose Syndrome?

473 Views
I have very bad nasal breathing and a deviated septum. I am suggested a septoplasty but I am scared to ge ...Read More

Septoplasty

320 Views
What is cost of septoplasty, how many days it takes to recover compete normal state of nose ,in septoplas ...Read More

Septoplasty

299 Views
I have done my surgery of septoplasty, turbinoplasty and septal perforation 3 weeks ago nasal packing ( s ...Read More

NOSE NASAL ISSUE

31 Views
Namaste Doctor Sir 🙏🏻, Having NOSE burning irritation since 2 days. No past history of an ...Read More

Nasal Packing

116 Views
In your experience how many times have you used Posterior Nasal Packaging following Sinus Surgery and is ...Read More

Nasal Packing

83 Views
Packed nose due to nosebleed and wanted to know if it is normal for the nostril to continually drip mucus ...Read More

Septoplasty surgery without packing

208 Views
Septoplasty surgery without packing as I m anxiety patient I can't breath through mouth I want my comfort ...Read More

Septoplasty

125 Views
One side of nose is blocked due to deviated nasal septum. Is it compulsory undergoing septoplasty?. I hav ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.