Stye on my eye 7 days before Rhinoplasty?

Question

I got a stye on my eye and Im having my rhinoplasty in a week time. The eye is not that swollen, the stye should resolve on its own before the surgery date. Nevertheless, Im kind of worried and wondering whether its going to effect or postpone my surgery? What if the stye doesnt go aways after a week? Will I be operated? So anxious

Alejandro Nogueira, MD · Answer

I recommend you apply any common ophtalmic antibiotic ointment to treat the stye, and it will not be a problem with the rhinoplasty.

Jason D. Bloom, MD, FACS · Answer

Having a small stye, especially without associated swelling, would most like not interfere with rhinoplasty or nasal surgery.  An ophthalmology examination would be helpful to get the appropriate treatment for the stye, but ultimately, speak to you surgeon in advance of the procedure so that he is aware of the situation and can advise you.

Francisco Canales, MD · Answer

You should see an ophthalmologist for an exam and recommendation. That way everything will have resolved by your rhinoplasty, Best wishes.  Below is a fully healed rhinoplasty result.

Ervin Wheeler, MD (retired) · Answer

An ophthalmologist should be able to advise you if the stye requires treatment and if it would interfere with nose surgery.. You should also notify your plastic surgeon for his opinion.  Best of luck.

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