Is excessive bleeding normal after rhinoplasty?

Hello and thanks for your question- To answer it, it really depends on what "bleeding heavily" really means. I tell my patients that for the first few days the nose will "ooze." Much after this I don't expect heavy bleeding. It also depends whether or not turbinate reduction In summary, if it stopped in a couple minutes I wouldn't worry too much about it. Hope this helps and God Bless!Dr. Robb

It is normal to bleed for up to a week or slightly longer after a rhinoplasty depending upon the type of procedure and the amount of work that may have been done to your septum. That being said, I would avoid blood thinners and make your surgeon's office aware in case they have any additional recommendations.

Sorry to hear this has happened. It is not uncommon to have bleeding after rhinoplasty but it should be self limited and should become more and more infrequent. If you are continuous bleeding then you should contact your plastic surgeon. Good luck!

The nose is very delicate and the face is very vascular, Bleeding for about 7 days more or less is normal. If you feel that the bleeding is excessive it is always best to contact your surgeon.

Some bleeding may be normal. Excessive bleeding is not. You are best to review this with your surgeon..

Thank you for the question and I would see my surgeon and be evaluated in person.  Dr Corbin

Dear Elizavard, "No" excessive bleeding is not normal seven days post rhinoplasty surgery. See your surgeon for a follow up appointment as he/she knows best what techniques were used during your procedure and what your expected recovery should be. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

Excessive bleeding 1 week after rhinoplasty is not normal. If you are still bleeding, contact your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.