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I have a small perforated nasal septum. what surgery is proven to be the most successful in treating this. how can i stop the whistle until surgery?
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Consult ENT: It can be fixed, but it's best to consult an ear -nose specialist to explain. It's an in and out procedure. I don't think you can stop the " whistle" sound till the perforation is corrected.
Answered 9/13/2019
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Septal Perforation: Surgery can close septal perforations in a significant percentage of symptomatic cases. Keep the nose moist with saline sprays to avoid crusting and bleeding, which may lead to enlargement of the perforation.
Answered 3/22/2015
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Perforated septum: the options for treating a perforated septum are wearing a septal button to block the hole or to undergo surgical repair. Have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist,
Answered 11/21/2014
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