Septal perforation refers to a medical condition in which the nasal septum develops a hole or fissure. Infections, facial trauma, and nasal piercings are the common causes of septal perforation. Common symptoms of septal perforation include nose bleed, headache, and trouble breathing. It does not regress on its own and requires proper medical treatment.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You likely have a nasal septal perforation, which is a hole in the cartilage wall (septum) that divides your nose into two sides.
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.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.
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.
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