I am due for my period. will the swelling and water retention effect the result of what my nose should look like aesthetically?

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I’m having a rhinoplasty (this is the second since October 2017) it is a corrective rhinoplasty. Appt is January 26, 2018. But, my menstrual cycle is supposed to start on the 30. I start pms symptoms a week early. I’m worried this will effect the swelling and shape of my nose. Will the swelling subside normally like the swelling from the procedure and have no effect at all?

Catherine Winslow, MD · Answer

Hello! While you may be more swollen temporarily, all swelling is temporary after rhinoplasty. Having surgery on your menstrual cycle will not impact the final result. Good luck!

Satyen Undavia, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. There is no contraindication to having surgery during this time, nor should it effect your outcome. Good luck!

William Portuese, MD · Answer

No, it's perfectly acceptable to undergo rhinoplasty at anytime during your menstrual cycle. When patients have thick skin and the tip of the nose, they frequently require steroid shots in the tip to reduce the swelling/ Fluid retention in that area the first few months after the surgical procedure. Just make sure you follow up with your operative surgeon.

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