Should I be worried about mouth breathing after rhinoplasty?

April 26, 2022
Asked By:kayla099

Hi doctors, I am very anxious about the mouth breathing aspect post rhinoplasty surgery. I am aware that my nose will be completely blocked for a week and will be mainly breathing from my mouth. The idea freaks me out not only emotionally but actually physically. I don't think my body breaths well from my mouth, I tired blocking my nose with my hand and breath for 15-20 seconds, i get very very tired as I'm about to die or low in oxygen. I'm slightly overweight (+8 KGs) but otherwise healthy.

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May 11, 2022

Answer: All will be OK!

May 11, 2022

Answer: All will be OK!

May 2, 2022

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