Category: Nose
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Nose bleed – What can one do?
Epistaxis-Nosebleed Most nose bleeds (epistaxis) are not serious. However, some can be quite frightening, and a few are even life-threatening. We classify nosebleeds into two different types. Anterior nosebleed- Most nosebleeds begin in the lower anterior part of the septum, the semi-rigid wall that separates the two nostrils of the nose. The septum contains blood…
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Postoperative Instructions after Rhinoplasty
Postoperative Instructions after Rhinoplasty First 12 hrs after Surgery once fully awaken in the theatre, you will be shifted to the ward. You can expect to have cool compresses on your eyes and cheeks to reduce any swelling or bruising that may occur following surgery. Your nose will be blocked as a result of swelling…
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Nose Piercing
   Nostril piercing was first thought to originate in the Middle-East almost 4000 years ago. From there it spread into India in the 16th century, where it was quickly adopted into the noble castes. The kind of jewellery worn could distinguish the wearer by caste and social standing, much like a title, or…