Itchy, inflamed columella incision 5 days post-op tip-plasty/rhinoplasty (Photo)

Hello and thank you for your question and photograph.  It is very rare to have an infection at the incision after rhinoplasty.  However, it does appear that there may be an infection at the site.  I highly recommend you see your surgeon immediately.Best wishes and good luck.

You need to return to your surgeon to have this seen.  You may have an infection of the incision site best treated with antibiotics.  

It appears from the photo that you may have a superficial infection.  My recommendation is to call your surgeon immediately and notify him or her of the situation.  In the meantime, keep the area moist with Neosporin or Polysporin.  You may likely also need oral antibiotics to stave off further infection.

If the nature of your incision has changed significantly you should contact your plastic surgeon for advice. 

Either allergic dermatitis or beginning cellulitis. Best to return to see your surgeon ASAP... ..........

I recommend calling your surgeon for an evaluation of the columellar incision. Treatment is warranted given the redness and swelling of the area - which should be determined by your physician. Early treatment can prevent further worsening and allow proper healing of that area.