Is pain in a columella incision part of the healing process or a sign of infection four months post op? What can I do for pain?

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It looks a little red still, although, I do have rosacea which was essentially woken up due to the trauma of the surgery.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

The base of your nose may be swollen with mild redness of your columellar incision at this point, but visiting your surgeon for sage advice may be best for you. Consider re-asking your query with photos, and more details about the onset of pain and redness. Rosacea may be exacerbated for many months following rhinoplasty.Hope this helps you.Dr Joseph

N. Bill Aydin, MD · Answer

Columella should be sensitive at 4 months, not painful. You should discuss it with your surgeon and have your concerns addressed.

John B. Lazor, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Columellar pain 4 months after rhinoplasty is not typical.  Even with your history of rosacea, you should contact your surgeon to rule out infection.  Sometimes a stitch (suture) can come to the surface causing pain and infection.

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