I am 5-6 post op. While my breathing has improved considerably as compared to the first couple of weeks, it is still far from normal. Is it common to experience breathing difficulties at this stage of recovery? If so, how long, on average, will it take to return to normal breathing given this is not a complication? I have heard about steroid injection. When is it appropriate to approach my surgeon with this request?
Answer: Can one have breathing difficulties 5-6 weeks after rhinoplasty/septoplasty?
It is normal to have breathing difficulties after the rhinoplasty and/or septoplasty. The swelling inside may last up to a few months. Occasionally, excessive cartilaginous or bony structures may be removed during the rhinoplasty that may impair breathing, but if it is not the case scenario usually the internal swelling is the cause of the difficulty with breathing and usually disappears in a few months after surgery.
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It is normal to have breathing difficulties after the rhinoplasty and/or septoplasty. The swelling inside may last up to a few months. Occasionally, excessive cartilaginous or bony structures may be removed during the rhinoplasty that may impair breathing, but if it is not the case scenario usually the internal swelling is the cause of the difficulty with breathing and usually disappears in a few months after surgery.
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There are several reasons why there could be nasal airway issues after a rhinoplasty and septoplasty. Certain nasal sprays can be of benefit depending on the cause. Valve issues may come into play which can be sorted out by your plastic surgeon.
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There are several reasons why there could be nasal airway issues after a rhinoplasty and septoplasty. Certain nasal sprays can be of benefit depending on the cause. Valve issues may come into play which can be sorted out by your plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Can One Have Breathing Difficulties 5-6 Weeks After Rhinoplasty/septoplasty?
Swelling may still be playing a role in these symptoms. This may soon resolve.
Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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Answer: Can One Have Breathing Difficulties 5-6 Weeks After Rhinoplasty/septoplasty?
Swelling may still be playing a role in these symptoms. This may soon resolve.
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August 13, 2013
Answer: Breathing Problems/Nasal Obstruction After Rhinoplasty
Thank you for sharing your concerns. Similar to swelling seen on the outside of the nose during the healing process, the internal lining also remains swollen for some time. The amount of time is dependent on several factors including procedures performed and your individual tendency for swelling. Although the internal lining swelling resolves faster than the external swelling, it may take several months. Share your concerns with your surgeon, and he may have some interventions to recommend that may hasten recovery especially if crusting is present internally. Steroid injections have little role for internal nasal swelling. I hope this helps. Take care.
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August 13, 2013
Answer: Breathing Problems/Nasal Obstruction After Rhinoplasty
Thank you for sharing your concerns. Similar to swelling seen on the outside of the nose during the healing process, the internal lining also remains swollen for some time. The amount of time is dependent on several factors including procedures performed and your individual tendency for swelling. Although the internal lining swelling resolves faster than the external swelling, it may take several months. Share your concerns with your surgeon, and he may have some interventions to recommend that may hasten recovery especially if crusting is present internally. Steroid injections have little role for internal nasal swelling. I hope this helps. Take care.
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August 13, 2013
Answer: Congested After Rhinoplasty
Since you are only 5 to 6 weeks post op, you may have internal swelling. It takes months for all the swelling to disappear following a septoplasty/ rhinoplasty. Follow up with your Plastic Surgeon to assure you are healing as you should.
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August 13, 2013
Answer: Congested After Rhinoplasty
Since you are only 5 to 6 weeks post op, you may have internal swelling. It takes months for all the swelling to disappear following a septoplasty/ rhinoplasty. Follow up with your Plastic Surgeon to assure you are healing as you should.
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