Having trouble seeing after rhinoplasty. 1 wk post op. (photo)

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Having trouble with my eyes after rhinoplasty. It has been a week, cast and splints were removed yesterday. Can not focus my vision or look up.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
Best wishes,

Jeffrey Joseph, MD, FACS · Answer

If there is swelling around the eyes, you may have trouble focusing.  If this does not improve, schedule to see your doctor so that you may be examined in person.

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Sorry to hear about your vision postoperative.  This is a question that only your plastic surgeon can answer after examining you.  Best of luck to you.

Stephen E. Metzinger, MD · Answer

Dear  jmc8675308Thank you for your question and photograph. Please follow up with your surgeon ASAP. If your surgeon is unavailable please seek out a board certified Ophthalmologist. Good luck and I hope this helps!

Sahar Nadimi, MD · Answer

It is not usual to have significant eyelid swelling after rhinoplasty, particularly if you had some bony work performed during the surgery. That said, at 1 week your eyelid swelling should be resolved. I recommend you follow up with your surgeon for an in-person examination. Best of luck!

Having trouble seeing after rhinoplasty. 1 wk post op. (photo)

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