Hi there! I had rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago and inside my nostrils there are masses of... something! I thought it was snot/debris but I have tried to remove it and it feels stuck to the inside of the nostril. It feels very large and lumpy but also as if it has a smooth surface. I use sinus rinse every night. Is there anything else I can do to remove it? What could it be? Thank you!
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Thanks for the question. A picture would be helpful. You will notice significant changes in swelling over the next few weeks especially if an open approach was used for your rhinoplasty. There is nothing that you specifically can do to shorten length of time for the swelling to...
Thank you very much for sharing your concerns with us.The harmony between facial parts makes us instinctively recognize the beauty... without knowing it, without defining it, just a perception that surprises and captivates us.In this regard, I suggest perform a Closed Rhinoplasty (without...
There is no issue taking antibiotics prior to rhinoplasty. I normally recommend it one day prior to surgery. You need to check with your surgeon regarding your treatment.