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Could Having Raynaud's Affect the Healing of a Revision Rhinoplasty?

asked 5 months ago by Rose Baker in River Vale, NJ
Latest answer by Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
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I was recently diagnosed with Raynaud's and Connective Tissue Disease. Could this be causing the lack of blood flow,throbbing and swelling on nasal tip after revision rhinoplasty that I had done 1-1/2 yrs. ago?.I would like a revision to correct the way my nose looks, it's overprojected & bulbous due to revision tip graft but I'm afraid of further throbbing & lack of blood flow. Anyone have experience with Raynaud's and Connective Tissue Disease and Rhinoplasty?

4 answers to Could Having Raynaud's Affect the Healing of a Revision Rhinoplasty?

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Could Having Raynaud's Affect the Healing of a Revision Rhinoplasty?

IMHO, absolutely Raynaud's and a connective tissue diseas would affect healing after any facial plastic surgery including Rhinoplasty.
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

drfrancispalmer.com

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Raynaud's Disease and Revision Rhinoplasty

As you know, we don''t completely understand Raynaud's Disease but it does affect circulation and can cause ulcers and tissue loss. I would consult with your rheumatologist but I would probably recommend that you don't have additional rhinoplasty surgery. Is there anything your surgeon or rheumatologist can do to improve your present symptoms?
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Raynaud's disease may complicate a second Revision Rhinoplasty Surgery.

I read your concern. Raynaud's disease is a condition that typically affects blood flow to your hand and fingers. The lack of circulation, in some cases, may lead to painful necrosis of the end of a digit. If you're experiencing intermittent throbbing of the tip of your nose, this may be a good reason not to consider any further nasal surgery. A second revision rhinoplasty would be difficult in the best hands, and your underlying "Raynaud's and Connective Tissue... more
Eric M. Joseph, MD

West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Raynauds and nasal tip discomfort

It is certainly possible that your Raynaud's may aggravate the nasal tip after surgery. But you should really see your surgeon if you are having discomfort in the tip.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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