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If you're 8 months post op and still swollen would love to hear from you! Hoping I'm not the only one!
UPDATED FROM tothineselfbetrue
7 months post
my nose keeps changing
tothineselfbetrueMarch 30, 2015
WORTH IT$11,000
My nose keeps changing everyday! it's so weird! Of course, my doctor told me this would happen and he also said this is a good sign as the whole thing will eventually go down. Pics it still looks way big and like there is no definition. It's total progress though.
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UPDATED FROM tothineselfbetrue
7 months post
8 months post op and still swollen!
tothineselfbetrueMarch 26, 2015
I'm very frustrated today because my coworker took a pic of me nd my nose looks huge. Those selfies I thought I could take once I got my nose job are non exsistant. Still avoid the camera unfortunately. My nose is feeling really big this last week. I've had an open surgery. No Steroid injections and thick ethnic skin, lots of stress too which I wonder is a contributing factor? I also haven't been exercising as much, I noticed my nose starts to get more defined when I'm active. Also wondering that when my nose is more defined due to exercising if this is closer to what it will look like? Right now my nose just looks like a hot mess. Would love to hear from anyone who has gone through the same thing.
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March 26, 2015
I'm sorry to hear about your frustration and I know how it feels. I've gone through similar situation. I would recommend you talk to your surgeon about kenalog injections. They help alot with swelling and scar tissues. In the last couple of months I have noticed by tip and part of my bridge got bigger than when the cast came off and thought I still have swelling. Last week I saw my doctor and he said it was not swelling but there are scar tissues and the injection will help to dissolve them. I got the injection and few days later I have noticed improvement in the concerned areas. This was my 3rd shot and will still be getting them in the next 6 months. I think it's important you get these injections since you have thick skin like me. After my primary rhino I didn't know about the kenalog and my surgeon didn't recommend it and guess what! I ended up with lots of scar tissues that made my tip very bulbous and asymmetric. These scar tissues were removed during my revision. I hope this info helps.
March 27, 2015
Wow thank you so much this is very helpful!! I didn't know about this. He said he doesn't do steroid injections due to the side effects but it sounds like this is different. I will email him today to ask about it. My nose is very uneven from the front but I just looked at pics and I guess I've always had an uneven nose. Probably looks better than the before. Your nose looks amazing bra. I've been following your story!
March 26, 2015
The worst part is the waiting! Don't freak, but it can take up to 3 years before you see your final result.
I am around 18 months in and I still have the occasional "big nose day" which I notice far more than anyone else, but it settles. Are you doing any gentle pressing either side of the nose or using a card to stimulate the tip (it helps the nerves to settle)?
March 27, 2015
I'm not! I didn't even know about this! My surgeon just told me time heals, but didn't think there was anything I can do in the mean time thanks for the tips!
March 27, 2015
I hope it gets better for you. My nose seems larger in pictures. I've avoided taking pictures too. Stay connected with your surgery. He knows what was done to your nose. It may take more time for things to settle.
March 27, 2015
Thanks at the last check up he said it's healing beautifully and it will take awhile to see final result. So I guess his advice for me was patience :( I think I will email him today though.
March 30, 2015
I haven't had surgery yet, but are you trying to sleep with your head propped up, above your heart? It might help...
March 30, 2015
Hi, no i sleep normally now. I feel like now it's more diet and exercise and if i'm stressed that keeps my nose swollen. It lessens through out the day too, more in the morning and less at night. Thanks for your comment and good luck on your surgery!
April 2, 2015
Thank you! That's great advice. I want to make sure I understand what you mean by "diet" so I know what to do/not do when it's my go 'round... Like a low sodium diet?
UPDATED FROM tothineselfbetrue
2 months post
another pic
tothineselfbetrueOctober 6, 2014
Excuse the hair
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October 6, 2014
Looks GREAT! Just as I suspected. I am so glad you are happy with your decision and are reaping the benefits! Profile4lyfe.
October 15, 2014
I am doing alright nose and all, my focus has not been on my face, haha...how are you?!
October 14, 2014
Your nose looks awesome! Congrats!
October 14, 2014
Looks so good!!
Thanks for all the pics!!
December 30, 2014
How are you?? Almost 5 months right? My Dr told me that bone swelling is at its worst at the 6 month mark. Isn't that crazy? As soon as the flesh swelling has gone the bone swelling is peaking. Are you still dealing with and nose changes?
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