Severe skin flare up 13 days post rhinoplasty?

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Hi, I'm 13 days post op - rhinoplasty, septoplasty and reduction of turbinates and had my cast removed a week ago - three days ago I developed a rash and tiny pimples literally all over my face, worst being the forehead - it itches slightly and my skin does feel dry in certain areas although I'm so confused - is this a severe acne breakout or some type of allergic reaction and is this possible nearly 2 weeks after surgery ?

Adam Bryce Weinfeld, MD · Answer

Without photos, it is difficult to tell if this is acne or allergic reaction.  Typically allergic reaction would begin sooner, possibly within a day or so of splint and adhesive application.  Since the rash has developed to the forehead (where I presume you did not have any bandages) it may simply be an acne breakout.  I suggest you contact your surgeons office for further evaluation of the adhesives, tapes, etc they used with the surgery, etc to try to track down the issue.

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