Is it risky to have nasal bleeding months after the surgery?

In patients who have had nose surgery, minor bleeding or spotting can be seen even months later due to crusting in the mucosa, dry air, or secondary factors like blood pressure/stress.

It generally does not indicate a risky situation, but if it recurs frequently, your doctor should be informed and you should continue using moisturizing nasal sprays (sea water, etc.) to keep the inside from drying out.

Written and medically reviewed by: Op. Dr. İbrahim YAĞCI
ENT Specialist · BHT Clinic İstanbul Tema Hastanesi

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