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A 32-year-old male asked:
I had septoplasty 3 weeks ago. when i look up one nostril i see white, which to me looks like bone and/or cartilage. is this normal?
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Dr. Patrick Schaneranswered
Surgery - Plastics 25 years experience
No: I recommend that you followup with your surgeon.
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Dr. Asaad Samraanswered
Plastic Surgery 22 years experience
Sounds concerning : Not knowing exactly what was done in your surgery, i would not say that is "normal" and suggest you call and/or see your doctor.
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Dr. Steven Carpanswered
Surgery - Plastics 28 years experience
Rhinoplasty: It is very unlikely that you are seeing either. If you are concerned, you should contact your surgeon and be seen.
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Dr. Anthony Sclafanianswered
Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 34 years experience
See your surgeon: It's hard to say what you are seeing. However, the important question after septoplasty really is "how are you breathing?" at 3 weeks you should be starting to notice an improvement in breathing compared to before surgery. Over the next few weeks, breathing continues to improve as internal swelling decreases. Check with your surgeon about what you see and how you feel.
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Dr. Suzanne Gallianswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 26 years experience
Septoplasty: Have your surgeon evaluate this issue. it is possible you are seeing exposed cartilage.
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