Hit my Nose About 4 Weeks Post Op Rhinoplasty...did I Cause Damage?

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So this coming tuesday I will be 4 weeks post op rhinoplasty. I was at work on Saturday and a little girl hit the tip of my nose from a downward angle. It hurt for a second but I didn't bleed and it doesn't hurt now. Did I damage or hurt my nasal bones? I am really worried and since this happened over the weekend I won't be able to talk to my PS until tomorrow.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

It's unlikely that the trauma to your nose undid anything accomplished by the operation. The nose for weeks after a rhinoplasty is extremely stable. If you have any questions you need to check in with your surgeon.

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

It is difficult to know if you did any damage to your nose.  If you see any evidence of an external change or deviation of your nose you should check with your surgeon.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is unlikely that you damaged your nose from a "run-in" with a child.  But if you are concerned you should talk to you surgeon.

Richard A. Zoumalan, MD · Answer

After 4 weeks, it takes a significant trauma to the nose to really change anything. I would see your surgeon and have him or her examine you. 

	Best, 

	Dr. Richard Zoumalan

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired) · Answer

You might want to just tell your Rhinoplasty Surgeon what happened and get his/her advice but if it din't bleed or swell it's most likely OK.

Hit my Nose About 4 Weeks Post Op Rhinoplasty...did I Cause Damage?

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