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I had a septoplasty 4 days ago. now i feel like a cannot clear my ears and i have a headache in the back of my head. any suggestions ?

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Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Congestion: You may have some congestion secondary to the surgery. Hypertonic saline rinses may help. Or you can try a decongestant.

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Answered 7/13/2014

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A member asked:

I had a septoplasty 4 days ago. now i feel like a cannot clear my ears and i have a headache in the back of my head. any suggestions ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Dr Harte and another doctor agreed

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