I had a rhinoplasty done 4 days ago and I threw up from nausea last night. Is this normal? Is this a reaction to the anesthesia?

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I'm not taking any pain killers- just Tylenol and I was taking Duricef antibiotic but I stopped after I vomited. Can this also be a combination of anxiety / panic attack?

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD, FACS · Answer

I would not think that your nausea and vomiting are related to post operative anesthesia issues 4 days after surgery.  Anxiety and stress can certainly lead to this, however, though uncommon, even the use of antibiotics can upset ones stomach.  Try using a more simple diet and see if that helps.  If not, I am certain that your surgeon will be happy to prescribe an anti emetic for you.  Feel better!

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for enquire.It's too early to make value judgments with only four days after a rhinoplasty.Swelling after a rhinoplasty depends of the surgery complexity.In this regard, the nasal swelling Post-op It can last from two weeks to two months.To reduce this swelling, I recommend you perform delicates daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy over the face (around the nose) avoid sun exposure, and take pain/inflamation pills, as your surgeron precribe you.Kind regards, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Vomiting can occur for many different reasons.  This all my be normal as part of the recovery, but it might be worthwhile  to check with your surgeon.

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