You haven't provided any time frame from your surgery. In general while things will soften with time, the purpose of the strut is to provide a strong foundation for your tip support. There are always tradeoffs and in your case you may have a firmer columella in exchange for lasting tip...
Your initial tape and splint after rhinoplasty is rarely designed to be removed by the patient. In fact, I specifically tell my patients of another patient who removed her nasal tapes and splint to "see how it looked" and wrecked her nose, requiring re-operation. NO KIDDING. Do not...
Dear Verano,
Interesting question. Facial asymmetry is not uncommon. What does concern me is this 'tingling' sensation accompanied by one sided growth of your nose. I would highly recommend an exam by a licensed physician as soon as possible. Best of luck, Dr. H