How long does it typically take for columella pain to subside post open rhinoplasty and how should I be cleaning it?

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I am over 3 months post op. Is there an over-the-counter topical ointment that I can use or some sort of homeopathic supplement, etc. for pain? Also, how should I be cleaning the columella?

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

It is unusual to have pain in the columella 3 months after an open rhinoplasty.  They can be a retained suture, and undiagnosed abscess or a neuroma formation that could be causing this.RegardsDr. J

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

It is unusual to have pain last into the 3 month mark after a rhinoplasty.  Have you addressed this with your surgeon?  You should not need to clean the columella at this point either since it should be fully healed.  A photo would help better assess your situation.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is a bit unusual for you to have pain 3 months out after a rhinoplasty.  You might want to check it out with your surgeon.

John B. Lazor, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

It is not typical to have pain or the need to clean the columella 3 months after surgery. Please contact your surgeon for an appt. You may have a stitch (suture) that needs to be addressed

How long does it typically take for columella pain to subside post open rhinoplasty and how should I be cleaning it?

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