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Nasal septal abscess is rare today, but prompt diagnosis and treatment are necessary to prevent complications. A 28-year-old male, suffering from a common cold, experienced left nasal bleeding after blowing his nose forcefully. The bleeding episode was followed by bilateral nasal obstruction and slight tenderness at the root of the nose. The patient visited our clinic one day after the appearance of these symptoms. Endonasal examination revealed marked swelling of the nasal septum bilaterally. Successful control of the abscess was obtained following immediate therapeutic puncture of the left side of the septum and administration of antibiotics. No recurrence of abscess nor deformity of the external nose has developed subsequently.
