How long does the swelling last after septoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery?

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I just had a septoplasty and FESS done exactly a week ago from today and i've noticed that my nose looks bigger than what it was previously before the surgery. It is not as swollen in comparison to a few days ago but i feel like it has just plateaued and that i'm stuck with this swollen big nose; I'm starting to feel kind a little OCD about it. Is this normal?

Robert S. Schmidt, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. If you had only work done on the inside of your nose, you should expect things to return to normal over the next couple of weeks. However, if you had work done on the outside of your nose (a bump shaved down, tip work, etc) then the recovery can take a lot longer- like months before your nose settles into its permanent shape. For now, sleep with your head elevated, use your saline rinse, and try to avoid salty foods. Just be patient with it; it WILL improve.

Somyos Kunachak, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi shirlyshen,Generally, septoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery do not cause topo much external swelling and it should not last longer than 2 weeks.

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