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Chia Seeds After Rhinoplasty

asked 10 months ago by Opp2011 in KY
Latest answer by Paul Carniol, MD
Question viewed 114 times
Tags: blood thinner, discontinue, supplements

I had open rhinoplasty 21 days ago. I am definitely still in the healing stages: my nose is still a bit stuffy; tip is numb; columella is a bit sore; swelling is still present. My question is would it be okay to resume Chia seeds as part of my diet? I usually drink 2 tablespoons in water per day, but I stopped 2 weeks before my surgery as some sources said Chia seeds are a blood thinner. Any advice is appreciated! -Chia seed lover

3 answers to Chia Seeds After Rhinoplasty

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Rhinoplasty

It is best to avoid any supplements until the physician who performed your surgery says that you have healed adequately and can resume taking the supplement
Paul Carniol, MD

Summit Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chia seeds

There should be no problem with this but you can always check with your surgeon just to be sure - enjoy!
Sam Naficy, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chia seeds after rhinoplasty OK.

Chia seeds (salvia hispanica) are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and are a good source of protein, fiber, and fat--mostly alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)--as well as several minerals. They do not have any specific blood-thinning properties, but could be potentially "contaminated" with other edible herbs that could contain unknown quantities of blood thinners (such as willow bark). That is why most surgeons advise that you discontinue aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, etc.), naprosyn (Aleve),... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

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