Septal Cautery

Normal Post Operative Complaints

• May have nasal discomfort and congestion for 7-10 days
• Some bloody drainage is possible after surgery
• May have irritation from cauterized blood vessels

Call the Office if You Notice Any of the Following

• Excessive nosebleed
• Pain not relieved by Tylenol or Motrin

Home Care Instructions

• Apply a thin coat of antibiotic ointment to nose 2 times daily for 2 weeks
• May return to school next day
• Keep head elevated and cool mist humidifier in room at night
• Avoid nose blowing for 2 weeks after procedure
• Avoid picking at scabs in nose
• For a nosebleed use Afrin 2 squirts to each nostril twice a day for 3 days and contact our office
• Avoid strenuous activity and PE for 7 days after procedure