How Do I Know if I Have an Infection After Revision Rhinoplasty?

asked 4 months ago by R.Ashley in GA
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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Tags: bump, infection, rib graft, warning sign

I recently had a second rhinoplasty with rib cartilage!The surgery turned out very well. I recently started noticing this small bump on the right nostril. The bump is on the side next to my tip. Idk if it is an actual bump or if my skin inside my nostril is swollen. The other side looks fine. I was just wondering if i have anything to worry about. It has been almost a month and a half since surgery. I get a slight stinging pain sometimes in both my nostrils. Wat are some signs of infection? TY!

5 answers to How Do I Know if I Have an Infection After Revision Rhinoplasty?

Bump on nostril

An infection usually looks like redness, swelling, pain, drainage, and/or fever. Without seeing you it would be hard to say. The best thing to do is speak with your surgeon.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Possible Infection 6 Weeks after Revision Rhinoplasty

The possible signs of infection after rhinolasty include swelling, pain, redness, and drainage. Rather than trying to diagnose your problem please see your surgeon for an examination.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty Healing

You do need to follow through with your surgeon because a simple examination may answer your question immediately. But infection is rare, especially when the grafts are all from your own body. A month and a half is still early enough that even routine swelling is a possibility. So don't think the worst, and share your concerns with your surgeon as early as possible.

Kevin Robertson, MD
Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.robertsonplasticsurgery.com

Infection after revision rhinoplasty

If you're concerned about an infection you should visit with your surgeon for an examination. A bump inside your nose could be due to other things, but it really would take a check up to determine what's going on.

Thomas A Lamperti, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drlamperti.com

Infection after rhinoplasty

There are many signs to look for, but none of them can replace an exam by your surgeon. Some of the more common things to look for are: redness, increased or new swelling, pain, discharge of fluid, and fever. Although infections are rare, they should be managed early with antibiotics and maybe drainage. Best of luck,

Michel Siegel, MD
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

houstonfaces.com

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