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My Time is Now!

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After over 15 years of thinking about corrective...

NI_DRMarch 16, 2012
WORTH IT$6,500

After over 15 years of thinking about corrective surgery on my nose, I'm going for it! The best part is, my family and friends are supportive. (I'll add more detail and photos very soon!)

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Dr. John Aker

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Angie_M
March 16, 2012

I'm glad you have a good support system around you! Thank you for starting your story here on RealSelf! What are you not liking about your nose?

NI_DR
March 20, 2012
What has been my greatest insecurity is my Dorsal Hump. I've never been a fan of my profile. I also have a slightly crooked nose as well as very pronounced Greater Alar Cartilage. For years I've only wanted my photo taken from my good side. I'm looking forward to feeling more comfortable in my own skin...er nose! :)
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New Jersey6995
March 17, 2012
It's never too late...had mine done at 43 - keep us updated!
NI_DR
March 20, 2012
I'm really excited! Congratulations! :)
LoveMe34
March 19, 2012
Mine is scheduled for April 12, we can be recovery buddies. :)
NI_DR
March 20, 2012
Yay! Sounds great!
ilovecandy
March 19, 2012
Hi, are they doing eny pre-op tests on you? Like EKG?
NI_DR
March 20, 2012
As far as I know, they won't be. I've recently had a complete physical with my primary physician and am in great health. But, they did let me know that some tests may be administered prior to surgery.
UPDATED FROM NI_DR
2 days post

Day 1 post-op: Bruised and swollen more than I...

NI_DRApril 15, 2012
Day 1 post-op: Bruised and swollen more than I expected. My Dr. said I "bruised and swelled more than the average bear". :) But, he ended up doing some work on the underside of my lip under my nose. Adding stitches there increased the pain, etc. Day 2 post-op: Feeling horrible. Nauseous and sick to my stomach most of the evening and all night. Swelling...BAD. I have major chipmunk cheeks and am feeling a bit depressed. Then, my husband reminded me that since I'm allergic to all anti-inflammatory drugs, that I'm healing without all the meds that many people are prescribed. Made me feel a little better knowing that. Day 3 post-op: Feeling better toward the afternoon. The swelling is slowing decreasing, but bruises are appearing above my lip and into my cheeks. I'm hanging in there!

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LoveMe34
April 15, 2012
Hang in there! Are you taking Rx pain meds? If so, try going without and that could make you feel so much better (because of the nausea they cause.)
star72
April 15, 2012
You are just about out of the hardest part :) Remember the results at the end xoxo
UPDATED FROM NI_DR
4 days post

Day 4: Feeling ok. The swelling just keeps moving...

NI_DRApril 17, 2012
Day 4: Feeling ok. The swelling just keeps moving down my face. I have fat jowls. Still a lot of bruises and swelling. Day 5: Better. I now have slight airflow through my nose. I must confess, I definitely didn't expect the recovery to be this bad. But, I know everyone heals differently.

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star72
April 18, 2012
I felt the same way about recovery...
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