Can my Nose Collapse After Closed Rhinoplasty?

        Some residual dried blood is the norm, and this by itself should not result in deleterious effects.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

                 Rhinoplasty results can be subtle or more dramatic. There are some limitations on final result based upon skin thickness and the necessity to breathe. Find the plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials...

I read your concerns and reviewed your photos: On profile, you appear to have a long nose with an overprojected, underrotated tip along with the residual small bump you describe. On front view, your skin appears thin, and your nose appears wide with your tip deviating to your left...

Every surgeon has his/her preference when it comes to packing.  Many surgeons, myself included, do not use packing or tampons at all.  Some oozing is normal the day after surgery, but if there is extensive bleeding you should follow up immediately with your surgeon.  

Trauma to the nose which rhinoplasty certainly is can trigger the organelles in the skin of the nose to become hyperactive. This can create a temporary acne outbreak.

Sleeping in a recliner chair or with several pillows to elevate the head following rhinoplasty can decrease the amount of swelling, particularly around the eyes, and also probably speeds up resolution of swelling outside of the nose. Typically, facial and eyelid swelling peak around 3-5 days and...