What are the complications of nasal hemangioma surgery?

After nasal hemangioma surgery, you may experience sequelae such as dry nasal cavity, slight bleeding, and decreased sense of smell, but most of them are mild and temporary. Proper postoperative care can effectively alleviate these symptoms, and you should consult a doctor if necessary.

1) Dry nasal cavity

A common sequelae after nasal hemangioma surgery is dry nasal cavity. This is because the nasal mucosa has not fully recovered after surgery, and the local blood circulation is affected, resulting in a temporary decrease in the moistening function of the nasal cavity. To relieve the dryness, you can apply saline or nasal lubricant regularly every day, and avoid using overly irritating nasal sprays. At the same time, adjust the indoor humidity (maintained at 40%-60%) to avoid dry air irritating the nasal cavity.

2) Minor nasal bleeding

Slight recurrent nasal bleeding may occur after surgery. This is because the blood vessels at the surgical site are still relatively fragile. Sneezing, rubbing the nose, or strenuous exercise in daily life may cause a small amount of bleeding. Patients should avoid blowing their noses violently or pressing the nasal area hard. At the same time, they can use local hemostatic patches or drug hemostatic sprays recommended by doctors. If the amount of bleeding continues to be large, be sure to go to the hospital in time to check the healing of the blood vessels.

3) Loss of sense of smell

Some patients may experience decreased sense of smell after surgery. This may be caused by interference with olfactory nerve fibers or swelling of the nasal mucosa during surgery, and is usually a temporary problem. To promote the recovery of the sense of smell, it is recommended to avoid contact with strong irritating odors (such as perfume, smoke, etc.), conduct appropriate olfactory training, and gradually restore the sense of smell by gradually exposing to different odors (such as citrus, mint, etc.).

4) Risk of infection

There may be a risk of infection in the local wound after surgery. If symptoms such as redness, swelling, fever, and purulent secretions occur, you should immediately inform your doctor and follow the treatment recommendations. Please use antibiotics strictly according to the doctor's instructions after surgery and keep the nasal cavity clean to prevent the invasion of external bacteria.

After surgery, you need to pay attention to the recovery of the nasal cavity and have regular follow-up visits to evaluate the effect of the surgery and whether there are other potential health problems. Pay attention to maintaining good living habits and strengthening postoperative care, which can effectively reduce the incidence of complications. If you feel uncomfortable or the symptoms worsen, you should seek medical attention in time.