A member asked:

Why are we asked to avoid spicy food,soda and also stuffs that raises your heartbeat, etc. after septoplasty?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Gloria Lopez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Follow advise: Bleeding is a concern. Hot and spicy foods are known to increase nasal blood flow and nasal oozing after that type of surgery.

Answered 7/30/2014

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