Internal Scar tissue from rhino affecting breathing - can it be fixed with steroid injections?

Question

Had a rhinoplasty 14 months ago - recently started feeling like there was blockage affecting my breathing - I can see what looks like scar tissue affecting my breathing. I know I need to be seen in person but looking for some advice on what should be recommended as a fix.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Without photographs, it is impossible to give you guidance on your question. In general, nasal obstruction after previous rhinoplasty surgery can be multifactorial. Wishing you well moving forward. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Steroids might be helpful but first you need you doctor to check inside your nose and determine the cause of the obstruction

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. There are many different reasons why this could be happening and an intranasal examination would allow your surgeon to immediately diagnose the issue and hopefully help you. I recommend that you see your rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

You are correct and that you need to be seen by your provider.
We can’t make an assessment based on the information provided.
You need an intra nasal examination. 
There are a lot of variables that can affect nasal breathing.
It would be important to know if you had in-fracturing for example.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

Internal Scar tissue from rhino affecting breathing - can it be fixed with steroid injections?

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