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Had septoplasty surgery 7 days ago. follow up app went well today. then i ate popcorn with powder and i think it went into wound. cleaned it about 4 times since but burning very bad. is burning normal or is there powder in it? what to do?

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Dr. Daniela Torres answered

Specializes in Medicina General

Relax : When is your next appointment?? Try to relax, dink water and get an appointment as soon as you can. You’ll be ok.

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 10/21/2019

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