Is eight weeks post surgery enough time to before I go in sauna?

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I'm currently at 8 weeks and 4 days post surgery. I'm happy with the results, however, will like to know if it's ok for me to go inside a sauna. I'm concern that the exuberant heat may have adverse reactions on my still healing nose. I wouldn't like to do anything to jeopardize my healing journey but I miss going inside the sauna as it was very relaxing. Thank you for your replies.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

We have seen nose bleeding in a small minority of our rhinoplasty patients within the first three weeks following surgery. After that, unrestricted activity is the norm. As always, it would be best to ask your surgeon what might be best for you.Wishing you well.Dr. Joseph

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I don't think you have anything to worry about at all. Nevertheless this is something you should have okayed by your own plastic surgeon.

S. Randolph Waldman, MD · Answer

Yes you should have no problem going to a wet sauna after two months  but you might consider avoiding dry saunas for at least 6 months post-op

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

By 8 weeks usually my patients are allowed to do almost anything that they want. I will say that a sauna is usually very dry and it might not be great for the internal mucosa.

Michael T. Somenek, MD · Answer

At 8 weeks postop, there should be no issues with you going into the sauna. However, be aware that exposing your nose to heat will probably cause it to swell transiently. This usually comes down after returning back to a normal ambient temperature. If there are additional concerns make sure you address these with your rhinoplasty surgeon.

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