Will straining to pass stool do anything to my rhinoplasty?

Hi E,Be careful that you don't blow your nose right off of your face with all that squeezing (just kidding.)  You should use a laxative, eat fiber, and avoid bagels!  Immediately after rhinoplasty straining at stools could lead to increased blood pressure, bleeding, and swelling of the nose.  Good luck, be well, and please get your sh-t together!Best,Dr. P

   The increase in pressure from straining may cause bleeding.  Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA.......

Unless you seriously raise your blood pressure by straining (which is usually not easily possible), it should have no effect on rhinoplasty results.

Dear Evitaz, Unfortunately constipation is a common problem after surgery due to the medications that are used for relieving pain. I have my patients start stool softeners the day after surgery and remain on those until they have finalized their pain medication. A diet of fiber, lots of fluids and avoiding cheese and other known constipating food are also reviewed during the preoperative process. If you continue to take medication speak with your surgeon regarding usage of a stool softener daily. Pressure from constipation and straining may cause bleeding however it sounds like you had no bleeding and you should not have any lasting healing problems due to the straining. Drink lots of fluids, eat fiber foods, take a stool softener (not laxative) until you are regular. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.