Septoplasty Research Paper

Septoplasty Septoplasty, a surgical procedure done to straighten the septum (cartilage through the middle of the nose) in a nose, is a procedure done by an Otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat doctor) for both medical and physical appearance reasons. For medical reasons, Septoplasty is done on patients with a deviated or crooked septum to open their nasal canals for better olfaction (smell) and ultimately an enhancement in respiration (breathing). This procedure is oftentimes a successful procedure for patients; however, there are potential, negative effects that patients should be aware of before braving this procedure. Septoplasty is a surgical procedure that results in potential, negative effects in patients including bruising, inflammation,

The weakened breathing results in constant blowing of the nose, stuffiness, and an incapability to strongly smell both satisfying scents and unsatisfying stenches. Although weakened breathing is similar to the encounter of uncomfortable pain, it is also unique from the other negative effects. In contrast, this consequence is more of a long term consequence that can potentially remain for many years after the procedure. This is due to an inflammation in tissues in the nose that block the nasal canals. In this case, the doctor prescribes nasal sprays (typically Nasacort or Zetonna) to shrink the inflamed tissues. If those do not execute the job, then the doctor may perform a series of shots to the swollen tissues. The other negative consequences tend to only last as long as the recovery lasts, which is usually about six weeks long. Weakened breathing is a negative consequence from the procedure because the whole goal of the procedure is to strengthen the breathing (and smelling) of patients. Although some patients still suffer with their breathing after the procedure, they tend to eventually breathe better after all of the additional treatments. Strengthened breathing after the procedure can be a longer process for some