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Two Years Post-op Rhinoplasty - Possible Complication / Infection?
I had rhinoplasty two years ago. One of the incisions over the past 2 years would occasionally get a little red and then it would go away. This last november I had drainage and swelling and was treated with Bactroban x 2 weeks. It got better. However, the last two days the tip of my nose on that side is painful when pressure is applied. I was just wondering if this is something that I should follow up with the surgeon? My dermatologist suggested that there might be a suture not dissolved.
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Nasal Tip Redness may be possible infection after Rhinoplasty
Hi mj83 in Texas,
Yes, areas of the nose that are tender, painful, red, or swollen may be signs and symptoms of an infection. Rhinoplasty surgeons may use internal stitches or implants that do no dissolve. Some patients trim their nose hairs or manipulate their nostrils (nose pickers) too frequently or aggressively, which may also promote infection. Mild infections usually resolve with antibacterial ointment or medication. Recurrent or severe nasal problems or patients who have...
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Possible Infection 2 Years after Rhinoplasty
See your surgeon who knows exactly what was done during the original operation. A partially exposed suture or implant could be the source of a recurring infction.
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Recurrent nose infection 2 years after nose job
I would discuss this with your rhinoplasty surgeon. If there is a piece of foreign material present, it may need to be removed in order to achieve complete resolution of the wound healing problem.
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Tender nasal tip 2 years after rhinoplasty
It certainly is a bit unusual to have tenderness develop this far out from rhinoplasty surgery.
Given this, and your prior history of postoperative infection a few months ago, I would recommend you visit with your surgeon for a checkup. There could be an issue with a graft or suture. The operative surgeon would have the best idea of what may be happening and what treatment to recommend.
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Recurrent Drainage Two Years Post-op Rhinoplasty
Regarding: "Two Years Post-op Rhinoplasty - Possible Complication / Infection?
I had rhinoplasty two years ago. One of the incisions over the past 2 years would occasionally get a little red and then it would go away. This last november I had drainage and swelling and was treated with Bactroban x 2 weeks. It got better. However, the last two days the tip of my nose on that side is painful when pressure is applied. I was just wondering if this is something that I should follow up...
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Infection after rhinoplasty
Redness and swelling are often signs of infection and should be evaluated immediately. The urgency is greater in post-rhinoplasty patients since untreated infections can cause cartilage grafts to resorb even years after surgery.
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Suture irritation 2 years following Rhinoplasty
It is exactly as the dermatologist suggested. Often long-absorbing or permanent fine sutures are used in the tip of the nose to help shape the cartilages during rhinoplasty. Sometimes they will work there way out to the surface of the skin or inside the nose. It is usually easy to remove the remnant and solve the problem.
Arrange a follow up visit with your surgeon....I'm sure he or she will be happy to help
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Late Infection After Rhinoplasty
Since you describe what appears to be an infection with drainage in the past, it is most likely you are experiencing the same. Was the source of infection identified at the time of the last infection? What sort of grafting materials if any were used? Many of these questions will need to be answered by the operating surgeon, and I would suggest you follow up with him quickly. Good Luck....Dr. Corrado
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Infection after rhinoplasty
It is difficult to tell you what is going on without an evalutation or knowing what was done intra-operatively. If you have premanent sutures or a graft, it may be infected? See your doctor.
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Late inflammation post rhinoplasty
I agree with your derm. It sounds like you have a permanent stitch that has become infected and needs to come out. Hopefully, on exam, it will be visible and easily removed. I wouldn't recommend waiting on this.
sekj
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Late Infection after Rhinoplasty
Yes - See your surgeon immediately for evaluation. There are a number of possible explanations such as infected retained suture or exposed cartilage as well as possible ingrown nasal hair. First thing is to have someone look at you and go from there. Best of luck
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Possible infection after rhinoplasty.
See your surgeon and have him determine the cause of your infection. Two years after rhinoplasty one should not have an infection.
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Swelling 2 Years After Rhinoplasty
This question is best evaluated by the operating Surgeon. A nasal tip cellulitis is possible, but should be evaluated especially if any synthetic implants were used in your nose.
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Two Years Post-op Rhinoplasty - Possible Complication / Infection?
Yes follow up with the operative surgeon is the best advise any of us could give to you. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl j. Blinski
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Rhinoplasty - 2 years
Any area that is red and painful should be evaluated. It is possible that you have a focal infection. Regardless, I recommend you see your plastic surgeon as soon as possible to have him/her evaluate it. I'm sure he/she would be happy to see you and make recommendations about treatment.
Dr. Cat Begovic
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