Is this hump on my nose after a Rhinoplasty going to go away? (Photos)

Question

I recently just got rhinoplasty to remove my dorsal hump, I’m 9 days post surgery. My end desired look was for the hump to be gone entirely, however there is still a bump only slightly smaller then before. After the surgery the doctor informed me everything looked good on the table and he removed the bump. Once I got the cast taken off I was so disappointed to see a bump there. I understand the healing process can take up to months but as I touch the hump I can feel bone not sweeping..

Anup Dhir, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. At this stage, there is likely to be significant swelling and post surgical changes. As this settles over the next few months, the actual shape of the nose will become apparent. So it is too soon to worry.All the best.therhinoplastysurgeon.com

Inessa Fishman, MD · Answer

There is significant physical and emotional recovery after an elective surgery like rhinoplasty.  From a physical perspective, there is significant swelling in the tissues of and around the nose, and this swelling tends to increase slightly after the cast is removed.  Be patient with your healing progress, and reach out to your rhinoplasty surgeon with your concerns.  Know that the nose takes months to heal and get rid of swelling completely.  Good luck!

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