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How Can An Ulcer In The Septum Due To Cocaine Usage Be Treated?
Question: Can a small hole due to Cocaine use heal itself if I no longer use it? What would the best route to help the healing process be?
Brief Answer:
Yes, it is possible.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
A small ulceration in septum can take one to four weeks to heal completely provided there is no secondary infection. I mean to say that to help the healing process it is important to keep the area clean and apply some local antiseptic medication such as povidine iodine.
Hope I have answered your query.
Regards,
Dr. Ashok Kumar, Psychiatrist
Yes, it is possible.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
A small ulceration in septum can take one to four weeks to heal completely provided there is no secondary infection. I mean to say that to help the healing process it is important to keep the area clean and apply some local antiseptic medication such as povidine iodine.
Hope I have answered your query.
Regards,
Dr. Ashok Kumar, Psychiatrist
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