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I'm a 42 Year Old Male Who Had an Open Rhinoplasty 1 Month Ago. Will Minoxidil Slow Healing Time?

asked 4 months ago by ckr in Chicago, IL
Latest answer by Chase Lay, MD
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Tags: 1 month post-op, Minoxidil, recovery, swelling

I still have considerable tip swelling which I understand can take up to 1 year to heal. I have thick nostrils, tip to begin with. I was using minoxidil topical for hair loss for about 6 months and stopped 2 months before surgery and I want to start it again now. Since minoxidil is a vasodilator is it going to affect how my swelling will heal? I also take blood pressure medications to keep my BP down.

1 answer to I'm a 42 Year Old Male Who Had an Open Rhinoplasty 1 Month Ago. Will Minoxidil Slow Healing Time?

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Can minoxidil effect healing after rhinoplasty

I would say no. It's a reasonable thought but I don't think it would make much difference in the long run. If your skin is thick then your skin is thick and it could take some more time. You may need a more aggressive surgery for your nasal tip. Dean Toriumi, MD in Chicago would be an excellent surgeon to get an opinion from. Chase Lay, MD
Chase Lay, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

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