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Been prescribed flixonase nasule drops and it says risk of septal perforation. i already have a hole in my septum from surgery. will it make it bigger?

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Septal Perforation: It is possible that your existing perforation may worsen. Try to avoid nasal decongestant sprays that may further compromise vascular supply to the septum and worsen the perforation.

Answered 11/4/2014

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