1. Expect to have a small amount of nasal bleeding over the next 2-3 days.
2. Tape a gauze pad underneath your nose, and change gauze as needed.
3. Bleeding is generally decreased by sitting up, and worsened by lying down.
4. Bleeding is also worsened by bending, lifting, or straining.
5. Do not blow your nose.
6. Notify your doctor of any excessive bleeding.
7. Take your prescribed antibiotic as directed.
8. Take your prescribed pain medication as needed.
9. Plastic splints have been placed in the nose. These will be removed approximately one week after surgery. Call the office to schedule an appointment. 
10. If additional packing material has been placed in your nose, this will need to be removed 2-3 days after your surgery. Call the office to schedule an appointment.

Immediately after Packing Removal

Expect a small amount of bleeding to persist for a few days

Purchase a brand of nasal saline spray and sniff it up both nostrils every few hours when you are awake

At night coat the inside of both nostrils with Ayr Saline Gel before bed. Apply with a Q-tip.

Begin Nasal Irrigation One Week after Surgery

Purchase Neilmed sinus rinse. Use twice daily

Aggressive irrigation will help ensure your best long term surgical outcome

One week after surgery, you may begin blowing your nose gently