Tag: septoplasty

  • That’s Different (Recovery – Day 2)

    Today was much like yesterday, only with a bit more standing and walking about. I’ve yet to leave the house. I’m okay with this. New developments … well, you know how I mentioned that instead of gauze packing, my face is full of this gel stuff? Right. So when the doctor spoke to Nikki after…

  • Breaking Face for a Better Tomorrow (Recovery – Day 0)

    Today was the day. I’d not taken any anti-inflammatories or herbal supplements for 14 days. Why the ban on Advil and vitamins? They make you more prone to bleeding, apparently. This wasn’t too much of a hardship. Tylenol was still allowed and I just had a few glasses of orange juice here and there instead…

  • No Nose Job

    On more than one occasion, I’ve blogged about breathing or my lack thereof. It is no secret that I have an uneasy relationship with my sinuses. With every passing year, I’m guaranteed at least one or two sinus infections, either glancing or full-blown. And while I love the feel of spring, the arrival of pollen…