At Long Last - Leeds, United Kingdom

Ive undergone an open reduction Rhinoplasty and Blepharoplasty to improve my appearance for my benefit. Ive always hated my nose which was a cross between my Dads large bulbous one and my Mums long pointed nose.

Every photograph Ive had taken I always look straight at my nose and eyes, the upper eyelids droop and give the appearance I'm tired, and am always dissapointed. Cant wait to see the final outcome but already at day 3 I'm happy.

Well I'm up at 1.41 am day 3 as I can't sleep so rather than keep my poor hubbie awake with my tossing & turning I'm in the kitchen with cat & cup of tea. I'm uncomfortable really, can't breathe through my nose yet so my mouths constantly dry and the swelling around my nose and eyes has increased substantially over the last 24 hours. I loved what I could see of my new nose post op but as its now pretty swollen I can't see how its going to look. I'm excited for Thursday when all the stitches and splint & tape comes off, I know its going to be very strange to finally see the new me! Thanks H for your best wishes, I agree about the painkillers although I must say theres not that much pain, more discomfort. My nose hasnt been broken chiselled I believe Lol! First night post op with all the packing in it was very uncomfortable and like you I couldnt swallow also I had problems with nausea and vomitting after the anaesthetic. I was very glad to get the packing out next morning! All in all I feel like Ive won the Lottery and wish I'd had the

Good Morning! Its me again, sitting in the kitchen at 2.55 am with tea and the cat! Managed a couple of hours sleep. Much better now than yesterday, there's less swelling and I can breathe a little better through my nose. because of the swelling I cant get a good idea of how its going to look. To be honest my nose looks quite big compared to post surgery but I know thats because of the swelling and I keep telling myself to stop worrying about it and be patient. Having read many reviews on here I know everyone struggles with the same thing.
Cant wait for Thursday!