Is it safe to use nasal allergy spray after a Rhinoplasty?

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Allergy season seems to now be fully in effect. So I was wondering if it is safe to use a nasal allergy spray such as Nasacort, Nasonex, etc after rhinoplasty. Could the formula of the medicine damage the structures inside the nose somehow? Is it better to just stick to Clairitin D or Zyrtec? Thanks! :) (I am 9 months post rhinoplasty)

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes it should be safe. I would advise following the instructions for the nasal spray and I wouldn't recommend using it continuously for more than a week.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear luvluv,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

We have patients wait after septorhinoplasty for first few weeks due to the mucosa not being completely healed.  Septal sprays such as nasal steroid are very effective in treating allergies but can result in damage to the nasal lining if used incorrectly.  Best Dr. Anil Shah

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear luvluv, I would suggest that you contact your surgeons office and discuss your medications with them. Each surgeon has a different protocol and it is best to follow your surgeons instructions. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

Gregory Park, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

At 9 months postop, it is safe to use your allergy medication. Use the medications that work best for your symptoms. Thanks for your question. Best wishes.

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