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I Am at 11 Months Post Primary Op, Surgeon Wants to Continue Kenalog Injections for Another Year?

I have had around 5-6 Injections now at 8 weeks apart since 4 weeks post op. My surgeon said He wants to continue the treatment for another year and if the tip does not go down he will surgically revise it. Is this too long to have kenalog injections? I would rather have a revision at 18 months post op but he wants to wait until I am 2 years post op I feel like I am not going to get much more change with these injections, I have had 6 & there are still no changes. Is my surgeon in denial?

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3 Doctor Answers | Asked by eliza bethany in New york

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Kenelog injection for Tip Swelling

Hi, You should see some improvement to your tip swelling after one session of Kenelog 40 0.1cc. It takes about one month to see the results.Sometimes a patient may need 2 or 3 sessions of Kenelog but no more than that. If swelling persists after 6 months then consider a rhinplasty revision. If you like you can send me a pic for a better recommendation. Best, Dr.S. see video

Kenalog to help with swelling following rhinoplasty

After one year, the final result of your surgery is typically evident. Having kenalog for another year is not the best idea, as the potential side effects outweigh any associated benefits, which are not necessarily guaranteed given the timeframe. Complications from kenalog are rare, but may include: 1) White spots on the nose (hypopigmentation) 2) Indentation Given the fact that your surgery was primary, you would not need two years before a revision can be performed... more

Kenalog injections after rhinoplasty.

After that many injections and no change I see nno point in continuing them. You can wait 7 more months and if not improved possible revision is needed.

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