Day 1 — My Septoplasty Journey

After suffering from allergies and severe sinus infections, I finally decided to go the extra mile. I got a septoplasty for my deviated septum, along with turbinate reduction (one was always swollen).

And to my surprise, I was able to get the procedure done a month after my first appointment with the surgeon. He recommended a new treatment with VivAer for my turbinate reduction. The only concern was whether or not my insurance would cover it (they did). I have Medicaid and they covered everything, including my extensive set of medications.

The procedure itself was super smooth. My nurses, the anesthetists, and doctors were very kind. I don't even remember being wheeled into the operating room. I woke up an hour later, with my partner beside me.

Based on what I read online, I expected to leave with a bandage over my nose, but just got some gauze and tape to secure it. I was also transported by wheelchair to my gf's mom's car. Before that, I was a little unsteady on my feet, but was fine once we made it home.

And just in time to pick up my meds!

I took a few at home and snacked on a smoothie and some yogurt. I hadn't eaten anything since 6 PM the previous day, as I had to abide by gremlin rules and avoid food and drink after midnight.

Adjusting my makeshift bandage and such were a learning curve, but I figured it out. My nose, as to be expected, pretty damn tender. Nothing major (lol) but I'll manage.

Tonight will be a little rough on me, as I have to sleep sitting up or propped up in my usual position, with two pillows. Don’t wanna swallow any gnarly bits! Or choke in my sleep, I guess. And, if I have to, I could always sleep on the couch. That way I wouldn’t slip down for sure. And honestly…that’s not a bad idea.

Food for thought.

I may add onto this post tomorrow, as I am still kinda out of it. There may be things I missed and wanted to flesh out. Oh, shoot…just remembered I’m still a student and will need to get some homework done this week, but the quizzes are easy, and a paper isn’t due until the end of the month.

But yeah, see y’all tomorrow!

Edit, same day, hours later:

Totally forgot to shout out the app I've been using to track my medication! MedTimer. I found it on F-Droid and was using it to track my allergy and anxiety meds. But now I'm juggling 5 additional meds while I heal from my surgery, and boi do I need it! I highly recommend it to anyone who has multiple prescriptions, haha. You can even track when it's time for refills!