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Paranoid About Touching Nose After Septo-rhinoplasty

asked 1 year ago by Strategery in Iowa
Latest answer by Richard W. Fleming, MD
Question viewed 348 times
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I had surgery last week. I've followed my Surgeon's post-op instructions as best I can, but it's difficult to avoid touching my nose at all times. I've bumped it a little with my hand a couple of times during my sleep. Also, it's been impossible to avoid some facial movements that were probably stressful. Also, for about four hours I think I slept in a bad position with my head too low. I haven't noticed any significant bleeding from anything, but I worry that these things can compromise results. Am I being paranoid?

3 answers to Paranoid About Touching Nose After Septo-rhinoplasty

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Touching Your Nose after Rhinoplasty

I'm sure your paranoia will be beneficial. Limited  nasal trauma (it isimpossible to totally avoid) is important during the first 6 weeks after surgery.  A custom protective facial mask may give you piece of mind.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Contacting Your Nose After Rhinoplasty

Hopefully you haven't done any significant trauma to your nose as a result of the touching and bumping. The reality is that even minor trauma to your nose following rhinoplasty can and will result in a less than optimal result if you are not careful. You don't have to see any bleeding for there to be sufficient trauma leading to a problem. My recommendation is that you do everything in your power to minimize trauma to the nose. Some of my own patients will wear a travel pillow at... more
John M. Hilinski, MD

San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drhilinski.com

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Paranoid About Touching Nose Following Septo-Rhinoplasty

Hi Strategery, As to your feelings of paranoia, what are the voices in your head telling you?  Kidding aside, if you are worried about hitting your nose while sleeping you may ask your surgeon for a protective cast/splint that can be taped on your nose at bedtime.  Facial movements and sleeping with your head too low will not compromise your results.  Just don't turn around too fast to catch those secret agents who are  following you wanting to implant a chip... more
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

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