I had a revision rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago. I wish to take ritalin orally to study, but it has a tendency to make my hands, feet and even nose quite cold, due to vasoconstriction. Do you think it is fine to start taking it now, or perhaps wait a little while longer?
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In general, 70% of the swelling is resolved after the first 3 months and the remainder goes down over time. The final result may not be evident for 18-24 months following surgery. Swelling can be influenced by the following: Thickness of the patient's skin, whether the procedure was a...
From the limited photographs that are available it is apparent that there is a subluxation, dislocation, ofa spreader grafts that may have been placed to straighten the nose and secure the middle vault. You also have very thin nasal skin which reveals any irregularities beneath the skin. Then...
I would recommend waiting a bit and see how you continue to heal before considering a revision. After 3 weeks, swelling will still be present which can influence the final result of your surgery. The end result may not be evident for 18-24 months following your procedure. 70% of the swelling is...