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When should my nose stop making large painful scabs after septoplasty. almost 6 weeks out.

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Dr. Michael Fisher answered

Painful Scabs: To prevent scabs from forming which slow down the healing process, try using aquaphor ointment 2-4 times a day on the septoplasty.

Answered 1/18/2017

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A member asked:

When should my nose stop making large painful scabs after septoplasty. almost 6 weeks out.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Fisher answered

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