I am one month post op from a rhinoplasty, a few days ago I was feeling bad pain on one side of my septum and started using vasaline on it, which helped stop the pain completely, but today I looked closer and noticed that I have exposed cartilage on my septum where I was feeling the pain. Is this normal one month post op? If not how is it fixed?
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You can let him play basketball on Sony Playstation. Otherwise the short and long answer is no. Best of luck. Dr. Michael OmidiAn in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon is the best way to assess your needs and provide true medical advice.
Do the rhinoplasty first and then the genioplasty. You will want to establish the nose as your base and then have the chin try to meet it. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Traveling by train should not negatively impact your result. But keep in mind that it is generally a good idea to rest and refrain from lots of activity the first week. Not doing so can increase swelling and delay your healing time. Each surgeon has their own specific guidelines, and I would...
