I have segmental stable vitiligo. Will the trauma to my skin caused by open rhinoplasty lead to the development of new patches on my face? Thanks in advance
Answer: Rhinoplasty and vitiligo To my knowledge, open rhinoplasty would not be expected to affect a patient's vitiligo. Be sure to discuss your goals and concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon and consider the pros and the cons. Be certain your surgeon is properly certified. I've attached a link where you can start your search.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty and vitiligo To my knowledge, open rhinoplasty would not be expected to affect a patient's vitiligo. Be sure to discuss your goals and concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon and consider the pros and the cons. Be certain your surgeon is properly certified. I've attached a link where you can start your search.
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Answer: Autoimmune skin disorders and rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty, open or closed, should not exacerbate an autoimmune skin disorder either way. Inflammatory disorders, like acne or rosacea, may have temporary flare up but no permanent issues.
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Answer: Autoimmune skin disorders and rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty, open or closed, should not exacerbate an autoimmune skin disorder either way. Inflammatory disorders, like acne or rosacea, may have temporary flare up but no permanent issues.
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Answer: Can vitiligo be made worse by rhinoplasty? Hello and thank you for your question. Regardless of the approach used- open or closed, rhinoplasty really shouldn't exacerbate your vitiligo. I would suggest you speak to your rheumatologist who treats you for the vitiligo and be certain that no sort of facial trauma can exacerbate the vitiligo (which I can't imagine that it would). If the rheumatologist clears you, then again, open or closed approach will not matter. Hope this helps!
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May 8, 2017
Answer: Can vitiligo be made worse by rhinoplasty? Hello and thank you for your question. Regardless of the approach used- open or closed, rhinoplasty really shouldn't exacerbate your vitiligo. I would suggest you speak to your rheumatologist who treats you for the vitiligo and be certain that no sort of facial trauma can exacerbate the vitiligo (which I can't imagine that it would). If the rheumatologist clears you, then again, open or closed approach will not matter. Hope this helps!
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Answer: Will open rhinoplasty exacerbate my vitiligo? A closed rhinoplasty approach can completely avoid the external incision, therefore not exacerbate your vitiligo.
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Answer: Will open rhinoplasty exacerbate my vitiligo? A closed rhinoplasty approach can completely avoid the external incision, therefore not exacerbate your vitiligo.
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