What are the red streaks developing on my nasal tip 5 weeks post open rhinoplasty? (photos)

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I started to develop these red lines on my nostrils when I started to swell after splint was removed. Will these go away as the tip swelling starts to subside? Is this something I should be concerned about?

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

This is the columellar incision used for open approach to rhinoplasty. The redness will go away with time and the incision will be barely visible. RegardsDr. J

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

The photographs don't reveal anything it is particularly alarming. If you have very specific concerns as best you discussed this with your surgeon.

Vartan Mardirossian, MD · Answer

I think that you should discuss this primarily with your surgeon. My feeling is that they should go away so I would not worry too much.

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