About eight months ago, I had a septoplasty and rhinoplasty. Recently, I've been experiencing difficulty breathing at night. I asked my doctor to check if my septum needs to be straightened, but he refused. Can a doctor refuse to perform a retouch or further examination?
Revision septoplasties carry additional risks, particularly the possibility of septal perforations. It is possible that your surgeon believes that even with a minor improvement in the deviation of your septum, you would not experience a significant improvement in nasal airflow without exposing yourself to risks. Seeking a second opinion to assess the obstruction caused by your septum would be beneficial in obtaining a definitive diagnosis. Thank you for sharing your concerns and question. Best wishes.
A septoplasty is a procedure that aims to straighten the septal cartilage and bone that obstructs the nasal airway. However, it may not completely eliminate all deviations since some septal cartilage needs to be preserved for support. Additional surgery to correct remaining deviations may carry the risk of septal perforation, which would worsen the situation. It is crucial to consider these factors before pursuing further surgical intervention.
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