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What Happen if Something Hit Rhinoplasty Nose After a Month On Side?

I had my nose done overseas and it's been almost a month . My friend s nose hit my right side of nose a week ago and I felt a lilttle pain . Now I feel there is swollwing in my right sides and it doesnt look right . Is it possible that it's hematoma or ......? Should I start tapping my nose or massaging ?! I will be appricaite anyone's advise thank you

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6 Doctor Answers | Asked by Nikikitty in La,ca

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Bump to nose at one month

Without an exam, it is difficult to say. It is possibly that you had enough trauma to do some damage because a light trauma to your nose is unlikely to induce significant swelling.

Steven Wallach, MD

13 reviews

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

What to Do for Trauma To Your Nose 1 Month After a Rhinoplasty

At this point I don't think you should do anything. If your surgeon was local, you would just see him or her. Since that's not possible, I don't know that a local surgeon would be much help at this point, given that this may just be swelling that will go away over the next few weeks. In any event, given your description of the event, it's unlikely anyone would do anything a right away, and instead would just tell you to wait until the swelling goes away. If it still doesn't look right (and... more

Nasal Trauma At 1 Month After Rhinoplasty

Hi, Since you had your rhinoplasty overseas, I recommend that you seek a physical examination with a board certified surgeon located near where you currently live who could examine you after you have communicated with your surgeon. However, in case you are able to meet with your surgeon who knows the full details of your surgery the you will have the best approach. I am sorry that you had this accident and hopefully it will be nothing serious but without physical... more

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The best thing to do is to see your surgeon for a follow up appointment and discuss the events listed above. You probably just have some mild swelling or bruise from the contact and not a hematoma. I would not tape or massage until directed by your surgeon. Best regards!

Michael Elam, MD

87 reviews

Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Rhinoplasty

It is a very good idea to see your surgeon anytime that you have nasal trauma after rhinoplasty surgery.

Trauma After Rhinoplasty

Usually trauma to the nose after rhinoplasty will not result in hematoma. Most likely you have soft tissue swelling. Over time the swelling should subside with the remainder of your swelling. You should consult your surgeon to rule out any other negative result. Jaime Perez, MD Rhinoplasty Specialist Plastic Surgery Center of Tampa

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Nikikitty
11 months ago

There is a little lump looking on side that has been contacted. I don't have contact with my Owen surgeon since he is overseas thank you

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