A 36-year-old member asked:
Should i be concerned that i am not able to smell after deviated septum and sinus surgery?
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Dr. Jeremy Whiteanswered
Surgery - Plastics 18 years experience
Time Heals Most: It is not unusual for your symptoms of nasal obstruction and inability to smell to get worse before they get better after surgery. This is often due to intranasal swelling & improves with time. That being said, some people have impaired smell before surgery and don't realize it. On the other hand, damage to your smell nerves during surgery & persistent sinusitis are known risks. See your surgeon.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
What are some things I should know after having deviated septum and sinus surgery?
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Dr. Sunil Ummatanswered
ENT - Head & Neck Surgery 37 years experience
Irrigate/followup: Deviated septum and sinus surgery have come a long way over the past decade. Now most patients don't need packing and don't get bruised or swollen on the outside. But it important to follow instructions and not strain or do strenuous activities for a few weeks after surgery. Irrigate with saline regularly and keep your followup appointments so your surgeon can make sure you heal properly.
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