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I see a doctor for my nose problem. i found out i have a hole in my septum. now i get scabs and can't breath good. today i blew my nose and bloodclots?

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Dr. Daniel Leeman answered

Specializes in Facial Plastic Surgery

Septum perforation: Your condition is what is often referred to as a septal perforation. It's important to try to identify the cause which range from post surgical, systemic collagen vascular disorder, intranasal drug use and others. The symptoms you are experiencing are very common to this disorder. Treatment options vary from nasal saline, humidification, prosthesis to surgical repair.

Answered 9/25/2019

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Dr. Scott Bobbitt answered

Specializes in Dentistry

See your PCP: A referral to an ENT is in order. Holes in the septum can come from many causes: infection, chronic rhinitis, decongestant nasal spray abuse/overdose, cancer, chronic nose-picking, etc. In early stages, a graft procedure can be performed using tendon from another site in your body. Once too large, it can only get worse--eventually can lead to collapse of the bridge of the nose. Treat it early!

Answered 6/10/2014

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