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A 25-year-old female asked:

Years of drug abuse have left me with a perforated septum. now sober, i worry it could cause problems. are there procedures to fix it, or is it okay?

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Dr. Robert Greeranswered

Family Medicine 44 years experience

Usually OK: Do not worry. We are happy of you getting off drugs.Stay that way.Any dr who doesn't welcome the new clean you-dump.

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Dr. Ricardo Borregoanswered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Options: There are solutions for perforated septum. You should seek a consultation with an ENT specialist.

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