Will throwing up damage the nose cartilage structure created after a rhinoplasty?

June 28, 2024
Asked By:jasmineH in Los Angeles, California

I know that stomach acid can dissolve things so I was wondering if puking every once in a while when sick causes harm as some stomach acid ends up coming up through nose? I mean there's nothing you can do about it I suppose but wondering either way and maybe there's some way to mitigate damage if it does happen...? Just wanting to protect the investment! Thanks for any advice.

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Answer: Throwing up after rhinoplasty

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Answer: Vomiting after rhinoplasty does not affect the final result.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
July 19, 2024

Answer: Vomiting after rhinoplasty does not affect the final result.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
June 29, 2024

Answer: Rhinoplasty

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 29, 2024

Answer: Rhinoplasty

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