Children’s and Young People’s Surgical Day Unit
This Information leaflet provides you with advice and guidance once your child is safe to be discharged home following realignment of a nasal fracture.
Following the operation your child’s nose may have:
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Blocked nose lasting 1 to 2 weeks due to swelling. This will resolve by itself.
- Bleeding from the nostrils for two to three days.
- Sore throat
Managing pain
- Your child may experience some discomfort for up to a week, please give pain relieving medicines as instructed when required
- Swelling and bruising will settle slowly over six weeks after the surgery
How can I help my child?
- It is really important your child avoids nose blowing and nose picking for two weeks to prevent bleeding
- Encourage your child to open their mouth if they think they are going to sneeze
- It is best your child stays away from anyone with a cold or infection
School, nursery and activities
- Children should be kept off school or nursery with adult supervision for one or two days
- Swimming and rough sports should be avoided for 6 weeks
- Normal activities can be started again as soon as your child feels ready
Follow up
Your child will not normally be required to attend a follow up appointment. If the surgeon wishes to see your child an appointment will be arranged before your child goes home.
Who can I contact for advice?
- Children and Young People’s Surgical Day Unit
Monday to Friday – 7.30am until 19.00pm
Telephone: 01642 854927
Email: [email protected] - Ward 22
Telephone: 01642 854522 (24 hours)
Patient experience
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This service is based at The James Cook University Hospital but also covers the Friarage Hospital in Northallerton, our community hospitals and community health services.
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T: 01642 835964
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The James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW.
Telephone: 01642 850850
