Knocked my Cast 4 Days After Rhinoplasty

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Hello I had closed rhinoplasty 4 days ago. I woke this morning and knocked the cast where the tip of the nose is. I felt a short burst of pain for only the second I hit it. It doesn't hurt now, the cast hasn't moved and I am able to still breath fine through my nose. No bleeding or afterpain But I am worried, that I may have caused any damage? If I moved anything, would I still be in pain? I am worried, please help!

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

I wouldn't worry about it too much, you can see your plastic surgeon and they can easily replace it for you.  The best thing to do is call your surgeon as everyone is different.  He/She may want to replace it, they may not.  It should not affect your long term results.

	Best,

	Nima Shemirani

Richard Dale Reynolds, MD · Answer

The splint worn after a rhinoplasty is a precaution to facilitate the best healing, especially in the nasal bones. Without it, if the bones aren't moved, you should still heal well.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Most logical option is to call your surgeon or go to closest ER or Urgent care center. Over the internet there is no way we can determine if there is an issue. You need in person examination, just to be safe.

Michael L. Schwartz, MD · Answer

check with your surgeon but it does not sound like you did anything serious or will affect your result.

David A. Bray, Sr., MD · Answer

This happens frequently and i rarely see any problems. However you will just have to wait and see, good luck.

Knocked my Cast 4 Days After Rhinoplasty

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