I hate the thought of having to go through another surgery but the thought of having this silicone up my nose for the rest of my life does not appeal to me either. This whole experence has got me quite upset. This should not be construed as medical advice. I am a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Your discomfort during nasal packing is common, that is why I strive to only use the packing when essential for the operation.
Septal resection involves the removal of deformed cartilage that obstructs the nasal passages.
Sometimes a hole develops between the two nostrils. If the hole is just the right size, a whistle sound is created when air goes over the hole. If the hole gets smaller or larger, the sound stops. A large hole also disrupts the airflow in the nose creating annoying crusting and drying. The Silicone plug is a very good way to make a new wall.