Is redness on the nose tip 6 months after rhinoplasty a sign of necrosis?

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Hi, I got my procedure 6 months ago and redness on the tip of my nose is still prevalent. It seems to worsen in heat exposure, but is generally always present. Is this a sign of necrosis? Will it ever go away?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

It would be worth going on a course of antibiotics. If that doesn’t resolve the situation you should look into whether a cartilage graft was used in your tip. If there is a graft removing it could resolve the problem

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Some people develop nasal redness after rhinoplasty surgery and if this is problematic, many times it may be treated with intense pulsed light treatments. The redness is associated with pain and discomfort, occasionally this can be due to an infected permanent suture or another foreign body implant if one was used. Consider visiting your surgeon to discuss your concerns in person. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question!As far as I can see from your photo it doesn't seems like necrosis but it would be better talk to your surgeon.Best regards!

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

The redness on your nose is not necrosis. It looks like rosacea. Do you wear daily sunscreen? If not, today would be a good day to start.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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Is redness on the nose tip 6 months after rhinoplasty a sign of necrosis?

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