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Mucus Build-Up 1 Month Post-op Rhinoplasty

asked 1 year ago by simoncashley8 in New York City, NY
Latest answer by Shepherd G. Pryor, MD
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I had rhinoplasty a month ago and during the second week i noticed that i had difficulty breathing in the night and in the morning when i woke up. when i decided to look in my nose i saw a build up of dry mucous...i used a tweezers and out of each nostril pulled out something that was about an inch long(mucous some but not all dried up)...now its like everyday i have to go in my nose to pull out mucous(not as much as i pulled out the first time) so i can breath....is this normal???

8 answers to Mucus Build-Up 1 Month Post-op Rhinoplasty

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Mucus Build-Up 1 Month Post-op Rhinoplasty

The answer is Yes. Absolutely normal. The reality of altering the manner in which you breathe or the position of your nasal cartilage for either internal work (septoplasty) or external (rhinoplasty) is that, as surgeons, we've completely altered the native airflow pattern and mucosal sensitivity of your nose in the immediate postoperative periord. In patient's who experience crusting and irritation in the nose, I recommend using both a saline rinse option (Neil-Med... more
Shepherd G. Pryor, MD

Scottsdale Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.valleyfacialplasticsurgery.com

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Mucus after rhinoplasty

Increased mucus secretions and associated crusting are common following nasal surgery. Generally, they can be cleared by gentle blowing which I allow patients to begin 3 weeks after rhinoplasy. Saline spray may help to loosen crusting as well.
Mark Beaty, MD

Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Nasal Mucous 1 Month after Rhinoplasty

It is not abnomal to have increased nasal secretions after rhinoplasty. I tell my patients they can blow their noses 3-4 weeks after surgery.  I suggest you see your surgeon for an examination so he/she can make recommendations for treatment - it will be temporary.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Is increased mucous build up normal after rhinoplasty

It is quite common for patients to experience increased nasal drainage after their rhinoplasty. Surgery can lead to temporary inflammation of the internal nasal lining. When the nose is inflamed it will produce more mucus than normal. I find that having patients do twice daily saline lavages helps quite a bit with this. If you haven't seen your surgeon since you noticed this drainage issue I'd recommend having a checkup to make sure nothing else is going on.
Thomas A Lamperti, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Mucous post op following Rhinoplasty

Based on what you are describing this sounds quite normal but I would recommend that you see your surgeon just to make sure there is nothing else causing a difficulty in your breathing. We usually recommend a mild saline spray to keep the nasal mucosa inside the nose soft and supple which will eliminate the dry irritated mucosa lining that occurs with most if not all rhinoplasty patients.  In California it is called "Ocean Spray" and comes in a little white bottle with... more
Kimberly A. Henry, MD

Greenbrae Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty post-op

I usually let my patients blow their nose by about 3-4 weeks.  Mucoous build-up can be from many things. You may want to see your doctro to be checked out.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Mucus Build-Up 1 Month Post-op Rhinoplasty

Best to see your chosen rhinoplasty surgeon ASAP to examine you and discuss this issue. From MIAMI DR. Darryl j. Blinski
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Breathing and mucous after rhinoplasty

The lining inside the nose can take six to eight weeks to recover before a comfortable airway is present. If mucous builds up at night you are probably mouth breathing and congested. After one month you can safely blow your nose. Use saline spray or nasal saline gel during the day and before bed. A cold air humidifier at night will help moisten the airway and speed recovery. Also let you surgeon have a look to make sure the airway is as expected. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd... more
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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