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I suspect developing a perforated septum. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Apologies for the detailed post but I want to make sure I cover everything. I have been having nasal problems since I used cocaine two weeks ago. I am not a regular user of any drug but have used cocaine three times in the past year, about 1 g per time. I have been concerned about a pe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, if you stop using cocaine, perforation will not occur if your nose is healthy. It stops gradually. But you may need a course of steroid and nasal wash. It will repair but it depends on the severity of damage. Popping in the nose can be due to infection or drying. ... Read Full »
Can tear in one side of nasal septum possibly turn into nasal perforation?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a small hole/tear in one side of my septum. It can be seen by shining a light on the other side of the nostril. The other side has no defects and no sign of a hole or crusting. I am confused as to whether I have a septal perforation or not as my understanding is, perforation is a h... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for providing a brief history. Unless there is a defect on the opposite side at the same level, there is a very less likely chance of developing a septal perforation. I would hence say that you do not really have a septal perforation. My advice to you would be not ... Read Full »
Will excess cocaine intake cause nose block followed by hole in nose?
Query: Hi doctor, Over the last year, I took a lot of coke. I am embarrassed and ashamed. It is out of character for me and I broke up with my partner, which cost me my job which I loved. Anyway, I got introduced to it and it made me feel good. It becomes a normal thing to do going out. Anyway, I kept get... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You had complained of a blocked nose and then you developed a hole in your nose which is getting bigger and bigger with time. I would like to know, what was the reason of your blocked nose? Whether it has deviated nasal septum or enlarged turbinates or polyps? What ... Read Full »