After my procedure on 2/17 and having my cast removed 2/23, my doc taped my nose & said everything is healing up well. However, the inside is so swollen. It looks like the swelling is coming from the septum- more on the side that wasn't deviated but I cant breathe through either. Bc the inside is so swollen I can feel pressure on the dissolvable stitches at all times. I feel like the swelling has not gone down at all since surgery, is there anything I can do for relief besides icing the outside?
Answer: Swelling after Rhinoplasty Hello and
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Answer: Swelling after Rhinoplasty Hello and
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Intranasal swelling Hello and thank you for your question and photographs. It is very normal to be swollen in the immediate postoperative period. This is likely not a problem at all. However, you should still see your surgeon as soon as possible, as he/she will have a good idea of what to expect in regards to your specific progress, since they can evaluate you in relation to your preoperative appearance.Best wishes and good luckRichard G. Reish, M.D.Harvard-trained Plastic Surgeon
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Intranasal swelling Hello and thank you for your question and photographs. It is very normal to be swollen in the immediate postoperative period. This is likely not a problem at all. However, you should still see your surgeon as soon as possible, as he/she will have a good idea of what to expect in regards to your specific progress, since they can evaluate you in relation to your preoperative appearance.Best wishes and good luckRichard G. Reish, M.D.Harvard-trained Plastic Surgeon
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Get your nose checked Hi cr318,This is probably simply swelling that will go down in time. However, there is a small chance that it could be a medical issue that needs to be evaluated. I advise you to go in to your surgeon and have it checked out just to rule out anything serious. They will also be able to offer some solutions that might help the swelling resolve a little more quickly, such as nasal sprays. Good luck!
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Get your nose checked Hi cr318,This is probably simply swelling that will go down in time. However, there is a small chance that it could be a medical issue that needs to be evaluated. I advise you to go in to your surgeon and have it checked out just to rule out anything serious. They will also be able to offer some solutions that might help the swelling resolve a little more quickly, such as nasal sprays. Good luck!
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February 26, 2016
Answer: Inside of nose swollen shut 8 days after open rhinoplasty/septoplasty/turbinate reduction. What can I do? Hello Cr318,It is quite normal for the nose to be swollen both on the inside and outside following your procedure (rhinoplasty, septoplasty, and turbinate reduction). There are treatment options that can help with some of that swelling temporarily, but these are best discussed with your surgeon (because there are side effects if used improperly). I would recommend you follow up again with your surgeon for reassurance. If there swelling is increasing inside the nose and especially along the septum it could be the sign of a complication which is rare but possible (septal hematoma) which can affect your final result. I hope this helps and good luck.
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February 26, 2016
Answer: Inside of nose swollen shut 8 days after open rhinoplasty/septoplasty/turbinate reduction. What can I do? Hello Cr318,It is quite normal for the nose to be swollen both on the inside and outside following your procedure (rhinoplasty, septoplasty, and turbinate reduction). There are treatment options that can help with some of that swelling temporarily, but these are best discussed with your surgeon (because there are side effects if used improperly). I would recommend you follow up again with your surgeon for reassurance. If there swelling is increasing inside the nose and especially along the septum it could be the sign of a complication which is rare but possible (septal hematoma) which can affect your final result. I hope this helps and good luck.
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Recovery takes time Sorry that your recovery is taking longer.Saline nasal sprays are gentle and can help wash out some of the congestion
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Recovery takes time Sorry that your recovery is taking longer.Saline nasal sprays are gentle and can help wash out some of the congestion
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