I had a rhinoplasty 4 weeks ago, and two days ago I noticed a red bump that has turned white, I know that I have to see my surgeon and I'm going in 2 days but I just want an opinion before
1 photo
Answers (2)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Not to worry! You've done nothing wrong. After an open rhinoplasty or even sometimes in a closed procedure with septoplasty combined the smile can be affected, the nose feel tense and tight and the base of the nose and lip just feel "wrong". This almost always corrects itself...
As you mentioned, you had your surgery four years ago, and while rhinoplasty can affect olfactory function, this change is often temporary, with many patients experiencing a return of their sense of smell over time. If you have undergone a CT scan or MRI that shows normal results, that is...
You're certainly not alone! Many of my patients have bumped their nose in some way or another afterrhinoplasty, and, fortunately, I haven't seen any permanent damage. However, if you are concerned, please contact your plastic surgeon so that he or she can take a closer look and determine if...