Rhinoplasty - Destin, FL

I really liked having ice packs and lots of pillows to prop my head and arms up. I slept on my back for a week and was elevated. I'd suggest putting pillows under the mattress to elevate the bed. I also switched from Percocet to extra strength Tylenol on the fourth day and took pain medication regularity to avoid any pain. I'd suggest the following: 1. Arnica and Bromeline 2. Ice packs for your eyes ( take a 4x4 gauze, cover your eyes with it and put the ice pack over your eyes... This is soothing. I did this for a week even though the Dr. said it would not help after a few days. It just felt good and soothing. 3. Soft foods- I really liked ego waffles ; ) 4. Lots of fluids. I drank Gatorade and poweraid to keep my electrolytes balanced and hydrated 5. Lip balm 6. Eye drops for dry eyes- my eyes burned for a few days after surgery 7. Saline to clean around nose after dr approved it ( your nose will feel crusty) 8. Lip balm 9. Make up to cover bruises. I went to Sephora. Ask someone to help you pick out makeup that will cover the brushing. 10. If you like to workout I found that the exercise bike was great after surgery. About a week out, I just sat on the bike and moved my legs- not elevating my heart rate or blood pressure. Just helped me from going crazy from sitting- you will not really feel like doing anything for about 5 days. 11. Support person for at least 3 days. Day 3 was then worst for me. It's nice for someone to help you and be there. I had my Mom with me who literally was like my personal nurse. Ask me any questions. I'll get pictures up eventually.