I had rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago. The tip is very swollen, and I have noticed is that inside the nose, there is a lot of swelling especially in the internal part of the tip, something like hard bumps inside the nose. Initially, I thought it was a crust, and I tried to remove it until I realized I was bleeding. Is this swelling normal? How long does it take to come down? I assume once it comes down the swelling in the tip will diminish. Is that right? Thank you!!!
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Thank you for your post. It is possible that you had a straight nose as a child and a crooked nose as an adult due to the growth of your nasal bones and septum, which may have bent as they grew. The good news is that this is something that we can address with a septoplasty and rhinoplasty...
I read your concerns and reviewed your photos which are limited for evaluation.
You appear to have a wide nose, as you describe, but your oblique photos appear to show a bump which is not typical with a "flat" nose. Your thick skin may or may not be limiting, and an in-person consultation...
It is normal to have discomfort of the septum even at 6 weeks post procedure. However, the pain and discomfort that you are experiencing seems to be more intense than normal. Please make sure you address your pain concern with your surgeon. A very thorough examination, which may include...