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I have to take a flight 1 week after having deviated septum septoplasty where no packing or stint was used. ok to fly?
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Flying after nasalop: Best to ask your chosen operative surgeon! In my practice I request at least 10 days of no flying>>>>
Answered 7/25/2018
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