I had rhinoplasty/septoplasty and chin implant on 7/6/2012 & I am at post-op day 9. When the bandages were removed on day 7, the right side of my chin swelled more than the left. I pressed gently along the right side of my neck under my jawline and noticed a small lump a little larger than a pea located ~1 inch to the right of incision. It moves a bit locally when pressed on. The chin swelling has evened out but the lump is still there. Cause for concern? I plan to call surgeon tomorrow.
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July 31, 2012
Answer: Nuchal Lump After Rhinoplasty/Chin Implant
Hi,
Yes you can... Your surgeon should be careful and conservative with the osteotomies. The osteotomy should be slightly higher on the nasal bone as to not damage the tear duct. Choose a surgeon with lots of rhinoplasty experience.
Best,
Dr.S.
I generally tell my patients who are involved in these activities to hold off on participation at least 8-12 weeks after your procedure. You have made a significant investment here and protecting that investment means time.
Hi,
Based on your photos, it seems like you have a septal and a columellar deviations.
Nonetheless, I think that with a speto-rhinoplasty your columella will be addressed and your septal deviation will be fixed bringing symmetry to your nose hence to your facial features.
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