7 days ago I fainted and fractured my nose, fracture/break was confirmed by a CT scan in the ER. ENT suggested that because I complained of a bump on one side of my nose general anesthesia and resetting - what I assume is closed nasal reduction would be needed. I my question is that since my nose does not appear crooked to me and my biggest concern is the bump where a cut is, could this bump be temporary and something that is coming up because of the fracture healing? Congestion comes and goes
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Thank you for the question and while I can't speak for every plastic surgeon most are trained and do a septoplasty during a rhinoplasty if it is necessary to get the best result possible.Dr. Corbin
There is never any harm in avoiding intense exercise for a prolonged period of time after nasal surgery. Personally I use my patients' lifestyle and concerns as a guide. I believe modestly intense exercises, that only minimally increase blood pressure are acceptable after two weeks in most...
I only have one thing to add to the consultants comments. Please do not have any other procedures for at least one year. Then if you are not happy, consult your surgeon or find another BC plastic surgeon for an opinion. It is a mistake to keep reoperating too soon and...