I have a really bad case of allergic rhinitis and my nose is so sensitive to the point where sometimes I experience slight pain an discomfort when my nose is irritated! I'm thinking of getting rhinoplasty to straighten out my nose however I'm really scared about the recovery what if it's 10 times more painful and uncomfortable because of what I already experience with my nose now :(
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Great question. You are still early in your recovery, and the swelling is quite normal. The appearance of your nostrils will even out once the swelling goes down, which can take several months. You had a lot of work done, so the congestion is going to get better with time....
Hello SeanBaxter,Using insurance to cover the reconstruction of a previously broken nose can be tricky!Make sure that your policy allows for nasal fracture repair coverage. This will be in your insurance policy explanation of benefits. If you ask your surgeon for CPT codes, you can...
Thanks for your question. Depending on the severity of your pain, I suggest contacting your surgeon and addressing your concerns.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL