I being using Ayr saline gel since i have surgery 4 months ago because my nose gets really dry specially at night. But know I am worry because I read that the gel have parabens and that they are cancer causing. I use ointments too like Vaseline and aquaphor but I hear that Petrolatum can cause pneumonia. Can someone help me get a clarification on this, if it is true or not? and if there is any other products that I can use. Thank you!
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I take a very conservative approach about alcohol after any cosmetic procedure. We all know it causes inflammation as well as does caffein. 3-4 weeks post op maybe depending on extent of surgery. Especially rhino as things will be unstable. Try not to do excess exercise and...
While twitching is certainly not a standard symptom following rhinoplasty, it could be indirectly related. You are taking the right approach by asking your surgeon about it. Chances are it will resolve on its own.Good luck!Dr. A