Should I be worried about vein on right side of nose by eye after rhinoplasty? One side of swelling is not going down. (photos)

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Hello I had my rhinoplasty 3weeks ago my procedure was to narrow the maxillary on both side of the nose 1. Noticed a vein on the right side of the nose, appears to be more noticeable. Will this go away, should I be concern? 2. Right side of nose maxillary is still hard, appears not to be going down. When I touch it, it feels like bone or hard lump. Not sure Would this go away? The left side appears not to be as swollen will be seeing him in 3 weeks for my 6 weeks post op. I have attached pics

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. At three weeks, you are still early in your recovery process. It can take up to one year for all the swelling to go down. Keep following up with your surgeon.

Douglas L. Gervais, MD · Answer

Dear Starfire19, Thank you for you question and photos. It is far too early to assess your results. It is not uncommon to have swelling and even bruising after a rhinoplasty for weeks to sometimes months. Be patient and bring up your concerns with your surgeon at the next follow up. Your early results look good! Best wishes. Dr. Gervais.

Gary Linkov, MD · Answer

Hi and thank you for your photos and questions. I think it's too early to say. There is still swelling and it's a matter of being patient and giving your nose time to heal.You will notice that your nose will be swollen for another 2-3 months. Final healing time can take up to 1 year. Discuss your concerns with you surgeon at your follow-up appointment. He or she will be able to make an accurate assessment.  
Thank you and I wish you all the best. 
Dr. Gary Linkov

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