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Can nose septum heal on its own?what are the clues of a damaged or broken septum?will it stop hurting until it healed?is it like other nose cartilage?
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Perforation: Nasal irritation or onfection will respond to therapy and medicine; however, large perforation may require surgicial correction. Get examined.
Answered 10/23/2016
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