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Is it possible for you to use afrin (oxymetazoline) after nose cauterization?
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Yes: I routinely recommend Afrin for three days after nasal cautery. Also use saline for crusting, saline gel to coat the nasal musosa and no vigorous nose blowing.
Answered 8/8/2014
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