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A 20-year-old male asked:

I have pain, redness, and swelling on the right side of my nose that has got progressivley worse after my septoplasty. what is happening?

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Dr. Alan Alianswered

Psychiatry 34 years experience

Thanks for asking!: Not sure when the surgery was done, but i certainly recommend calling your surgeon to have that checked.

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Dr. David Motokianswered

Plastic Surgery 43 years experience

Septoplasty: Pain, redness and swelling could be due to infection. You need medical attention. See your surgeon asap.

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Dr. Barry Cohenanswered

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Could be: An infection or abcess. It could also be sinusitis. Please get checked.

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