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Is It OK to Blow my Nose After 3 Weeks of Rhinoplasty?

asked 7 months ago by Mr.X in Beirut, 04
Latest answer by James Bartels, MD
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Tags: 3 weeks post-op, blow nose

It's been 3 weeks and a day after my surgery, i asked my doctor before (2 weeks post-op) if i can blow my nose normally, and he said yes, 2day i did for the first time and it kinda stung and hurted a little close to the nostrils, is it nothing to worry about?/how strong is the nose after 3 weeks?

4 answers to Is It OK to Blow my Nose After 3 Weeks of Rhinoplasty?

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Noseblowing after rhinoplasty

The simple answer to your question is, always ask your surgeon and follow his/her instructions. I generally tell my patients that gentle nose blowing after three weeks is fine, but always mist the nose well with saline first so that the crusts are soft and loose. A little tenderness at first is normal, but use the sensitivity as a guide as to how gently to blow and don't do it if it hurts. It does take at least 4-6 weeks for the nasal bones to heal solidly.
James Bartels, MD

Manchester Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Blowing Nose 3 Weeks after Rhinoplasty

I tell my patients they can blow their noses 3 weeks after rhinoplasty, but there are limitations. They cannot put any pressure on the sides of their nose when blowing; admittedly this is a little frustrating because they cannot build up pressure in the nose and therefore it is not as effective. I tell them to wait for 6 weeks after surgery before they can blow the nose normally.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Is It Okey to Blow my Nose After 3 Weeks of Rhinoplasty?

No, IMHO I instruct all my Rhinoplasty patients not to blow their noses for at least 3-4 months after the Rhinoplasty however, you should follow the post op instructions from your Rhinoplasty Surgeon.
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Be gentle with your nose after rhinoplasty

Dear Elymercy Your nose is gaining strength every day after your rhinoplasty, but the bones have not become solid for at least 6 weeks. you could simply use nasal saline sprays instead of blowing the nose. Keeping your mouth open while sneezing or coughing can help as well.
Travis T. Tollefson, MD, MPH

Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drtravistollefson.com

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