White, GA
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?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

Dr. Robert Greeranswered
Family Medicine 46 years experience
Usually OK: Do not worry.
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Dr. Ricardo Borregoanswered
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Options: There are solutions for perforated septum. You should seek a consultation with an ENT specialist.
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