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Did I Damage my Nose by Massaging It Post Rhinoplasty?

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Bessie1Apr 11, 2012

I had a closed revision rhinoplasty two weeks ago. I began lightly massaging it after a week and a half when I got the cast off. I have since learned that massaging is not helpful and may even be detrimental and have stopped. Would I know if I have done any damage to it?

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