I've had septoplasty and IT reduction surgery about four days ago, and I'm trying to figure out the best diet to follow during recovery. What foods should I eat or avoid to help with healing? I'm concerned about doing everything I can to ensure a smooth recovery. Any advice would be great!

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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Its been 4 days soo it might have healed,no need to worry,consume protien rich diet,avoid chewing hard things and do warm saline nasal wash twice a day and follow your doctors advice

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Answered 04/07/2025

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