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Repair of Nasal Septal Perforation

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Why It Is Done

Some nasal septal perforations can cause symptoms such as bleeding and pain. Small perforations can create a whistling sound when you inhale. In cases of long-term, severe perforation, the bridge of the nose can develop a saddlelike deformity. Surgery can resolve these problems.

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Last Updated: February 16, 2006
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