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A member asked:
Last week i did the septoplasty and turbinate reduction , what do you recommend for me to do, to get healed quiclky, did the air conditioner affect me?
11 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
Moisture: The best thing is saline in either spray form or irrigation form. Humidified air helps recovery as well. Check with your surgeon if she or he has any specific instructions regarding your post-op care and saline.
Answered 1/28/2015
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Nasal irrigation: It is useful to irrigate the nasal passages and sinuses with nasal saline about 3 to 5 days after surgery. Nasal saline irrigation devices are available over the counter at most major pharmacy chains.
Answered 10/23/2017
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Healing septoplast: You should keep your head elevated as much as possible. Avoid blowing your nose. You may use saline nasal spray for cleaning and time will do the rest. Should take you a couple of weeks to return to normal. Best to you.
Answered 10/23/2017
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Your surgeon knows: You must ask your surgeon. Post-op care is an integral part of your treatment.
Answered 9/6/2013
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Septum/turbs: You should follow your surgeon's postop instructions. The AC has no impact on your healing.
Answered 11/21/2014
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