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3 Weeks Post Rhinoplasty: Are Headaches and Pressure Pains Normal?

I had open rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago and I still have a headache and pressure at the front of my forehead going into my eyes. Is this normal? Daylight hurts my eyes and makes the headache worse.

4 Doctor Answers | Asked by vickstar
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Headache after rhinoplasty

It is not typical to have much pain 3 weeks after rhinoplasty. There could be several causes and you should discuss a more thorough evaluation with your surgeon.
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Headache and eye pain after rhinoplasty

You should have your surgeon evaluate you. This could be indicative of sinus issues or migraine headache or some other pathology. Unusal at 3 weeks. Donald R. Nunn MD Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.
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Headaches, pressure, and photophobia

Each situation is unique and only your rhinoplasty surgeon knows the specific details of your procedure and should be the person commenting on post-operative questions such as this

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Pain after rhinoplasty

I see no relarionship between your surgery and light sensativity. Are you breathing through your nose? if not, post rhinoplasty interna swelling can last weeks and cause congestion and headaches>
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