9 days post op Revision Rhinoplasty, I have scabs in my nose. Any suggestions?

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I had a revision rhinoplasty 9 days ago and my nose is full of very hard to the point of hurting scabs.. How do I soften them so that they will come out faster? I look great otherwise and want to get back to life but I can't go out with a bunch of visible black blood clot/scabs filling my nose. Please help me!

Michael Constantin Gartner, DO · Answer

You should ask your surgeon about how to remove these scabs. Don't pick them in the meantime. An ointment may be applied or they can be gently removed with a rinse.

Houtan Chaboki, MD · Answer

Always speak with your plastic surgeon after cosmetic surgery. Many plastic surgeons will suggest saline rinse and/or ointment inside the nostrils to keep area clean and moist as part of post-surgery care instructions. "Scabs" may actually be stitches, so don't peel or pull them out. If you haven't already, then speak with your rhinoplasty surgeon.Best,Dr. Chaboki

Anh Lee, MD, FACS · Answer

It would be best to check with your PS regarding postop care but for my patients I tell them to use a saline spray to help soften the old blood.  At postop visits, I also clean the nose carefully for them.

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