Your help and expert input will be appreciated, as this has become a huge concern after my primary rhinoplasty. I am now >6 months post surgery, and I continue to have bruising around my eyes particularly on the upper eyelids, this is not isolated to one side. Furthermore, after surgery, I notice that my eyes have a very sunken look to them, almost a sagging beneath the orbital with some bruising. Also, my eyes tend to feel and get tired often.
October 31, 2014
Answer: Bruising after facial surgery
Generally speaking, bruising should clear within 2 weeks or so after rhinoplasty. It sounds as though you may have hemosiderosis from prolonged bleeding or stasis (blood that collects in a pool under the surface). It is more commonly an issue in areas that have poor circulation. The same can cause localized swelling. I would recommend gentle massage, warm compresses and vitamin K cream. Lasers directed at pigment have been very successful as well.
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October 31, 2014
Answer: Bruising after facial surgery
Generally speaking, bruising should clear within 2 weeks or so after rhinoplasty. It sounds as though you may have hemosiderosis from prolonged bleeding or stasis (blood that collects in a pool under the surface). It is more commonly an issue in areas that have poor circulation. The same can cause localized swelling. I would recommend gentle massage, warm compresses and vitamin K cream. Lasers directed at pigment have been very successful as well.
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January 15, 2012
Answer: Extended Bruising after Rhinoplasty
In 35 years of rhinoplasty work, the bruising has always resolved, although it is rare but possible that a minimal amount can persist for months. This is secondary to hemosiderin in the blood which has caused the bruise. Tired eyes are not related to the rhinoplasty unless peri-orbital swelling is present. Please send pictures.
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January 15, 2012
Answer: Extended Bruising after Rhinoplasty
In 35 years of rhinoplasty work, the bruising has always resolved, although it is rare but possible that a minimal amount can persist for months. This is secondary to hemosiderin in the blood which has caused the bruise. Tired eyes are not related to the rhinoplasty unless peri-orbital swelling is present. Please send pictures.
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