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“Nose Swollen After Rhinoplasty”

Reem_1

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Spent: $8,000 in UAE

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Updated 2 Jan 2010

Posted 30 Dec 2009

Pain level: Moderate

I did it because I wasn't satisfied with my looks. The swelling is outrageous and you wonder when it will look normal.

Pros: Will be filled at a later stage.

Updated on Dec 17, 2009:

Updated on Dec 30, 2009:

Updated on Jan 2, 2010:
I had a Rhinoplasty done a week ago. My nose is really swollen and looks abnormal. Now, it looks double my original size. Its swollen from the top up to the tip. What can I do to reduce the swelling, so I can resume my work duties? -- Updated on Dec 17, 2009: I had preformed a closed Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty procedure ten days ago. My nose is very swollen and my tip looks very big compared to the rest of the nose. I have attached before and after photos, please advise on when do you think my tip will be reduced. I'm very worried. -- Updated on Jan 2, 2010: When can I take Steroids shots for my tip. How long post- surgery do doctors give these shots? Am I eligible?

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Sharon at RealSelf (Community Manager) 16 Dec 2009

Swelling after rhinoplasty is normal and it can take a while to resolve. Here's a related thread that might help: Is it important to reduce swelling after Rhinoplasty?

You can also check out other post-op rhinoplasty questions here: Rhinoplasty swelling FAQs

Good luck with the rest of your recovery!

Lifesgood 18 Dec 2009

Reem, I had my rhinoplasty a month ago and I had big swelling then. Swelling is normal at this stage. I recommed that you use Vitemin C 500 (2 tablets/day) and use saline nose spray that you can buy from any pharmacy. It helped me alot and my swelling reduced quickly in a short period of time. Of course some swelling (i.e. tip) will need longer time to dispear. Worrying is against healing. Please avoid negative feelings and always think about your final great result!

Lifesgood 18 Dec 2009

Reem, The saline spray (salt water) I am using is Sinomarin. There are other brands in the market that you can use (i.e, Ocean spray, etc. It's salt watr only and it is safe to use several times a day. Good luck!

Reem_1 18 Dec 2009

Sharon: Thanks for the links. Very helpful! Lifesgood: Thanks for the tips. I'll post some of my recent after pics, when the swelling reduces more. Good Luck with your swelling :)

abdulla 21 Dec 2009

ur nose looks nice yea theres swellin but dont worry whos ur doctor ?

Reem_1 22 Dec 2009

Hi Abdulla, I had it done with {edited} in Dubai.

Edited by Sharon: We've added your doctor's information to the review. Thanks!

anastasiagiann 28 Dec 2009

dont worry my friend. maybe its just swelling, you must be patient.or if not its easy to make a revision.dont worry there is always a solution, i have make 4 nose jobs to fix it

idk86 31 Dec 2009

i think its too soon for the final results to show. your swelling is not so bad. i can hardly notice it. just give it time and you'll see the results before your know it. Congratulations and good luck!

Stuart H. Bentkover, MD 3 Jan 2010

This is all normal at this point in time. You can apply warm compresses at the 2 week point, not hot, just warm. 20 minutes 4 times each day. In general, however, the swelling will go away slowly on its own; you just need to be patient. Consult your surgeon if you are still concerned.

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baseballeddie77 3 Jan 2010

it takes a minimum of 14 days to look ok and atleast 21 days to look good. sometimes there are complications where it can take longer. Stay away from direct sunlight and contact, tho keep nose skin clean.

Lifesgood 4 Jan 2010

Reem, I can see your swelling has improved since last pics. You may want to try the nose taping method to reduce swelling. Check this link out for instruction: http://www.balharboursurgery.com/downloads/Post-op/NoseTapingInstructions.pdf Keep up the good spirit. I am sure your final result will be gorgeous :)