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November 5, 2025 8 mins

Septal Perforations Symptoms, Causes, and Fixes with Dr. Samir Undavia

If you've been told you have a "hole in your nose," you're likely dealing with a septal perforation. In this episode of We Nose Noses, Dr. Samir Undavia walks through what that means, who to see first, the most common causes (from prior nasal surgery to medication technique and trauma), how ENTs pinpoint the reason, and the realistic treatments, from saline care and ointments to septal buttons and surgical repair. Clear, step-by-step guidance to help you breathe easier and decide next steps from the experts at NJENT.

What you'll learn:

  • What a septal perforation is and the key symptoms
  • How ENTs figure out the cause and what tests they use
  • Treatment options at a glance: care, buttons, surgery

Think you have a septal perforation? Schedule a consult with NJ ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery to get your perforation characterized, identify the cause, and review the best treatment for your symptoms and goals. 

https://njent.com/help-theres-a-hole-in-my-nose-causes-and-treatment-options/

 

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