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More Pronounced Dorsal Hump Appearing Post-septoplasty and Turbinate Reduction, Is this Due to Swelling? (photo)

I had septoplasty 8 days ago. I was told that septoplasty would not effect the external appearance of my nose at all. My nose was swollen for a few days, but now that the swelling has subsided, I'm noticing a larger dorsal bump. Is there any chance that this could this be due to swelling and will go down? I am unhappy with the end cosmetic result and I'm upset because I feel like my surgeon should have covered this possibility with me as I expressed a concern to maintain my current nose shape.

Asked by ConcernedaboutDorsalHump

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Jakir93 26 Jan 2013
I had a septoplasty 6 days ago (21 jan) and encountered the same problem. my dorsal hump looks bigger, and I'm hoping this is just from the swelling. Has your dorsal hump improved since? How long did it take to fully heal? I'm starting to worry. Much appreciated, Jay

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