Can Nose Lose Its Shape Post Rhinoplasty?

Question

My nose looked very nice and sharp and thin which I loved, after rhinoplasty. However, I used a nose spray for a few days and ever since it looks fat and bad now. I even went to a family doctor and he gave me a anti-biotic cream(Fuicidine) or so is the name and that didnt help it either. I also tried salinex and it didnt do the trick either. Now I'm very scared because is my nose going to remain fat and ugly? I know its swollen but its been 3 weeks now it feels irritated and weird from inside.

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hi Mintu,

	Time to visit your rhinoplasty surgeon for answers to your question.  In the mean time, stay away from "Fat and Bad Looking Nose Spray".  Good luck and be well.

	Dr. P

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

It  is normal for the nose to be this swollen after surgery. Be patient as this often takes a year for the last of the swelling to go.

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

After rhinoplasty, you may go through a period of time when your nose is swollen and the shape may appear to be changing as the swelling resolves.  Without before and after pictures or seeing you in person, it is impossible to give you specific advice.

	 

	Good Luck.

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

It is not the norm for a nose to lose it's shape after initial success with rhinoplasty, unless there is a problem with something which caused inflammation to return such as a a bump, or infection. You did not mention whether you have a nasal implant which could be a red flag. Your family doctor may be helpful, but it is time to see your surgeon to find out what is going on.
	Best of luck,
	peterejohnsonmd

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

The slim, defined nose you saw immediately after surgery will return when swelling resolves. This may take up to 1 year. The nasal spray had little or nothing to do with the normal post op swelling you observed.

Can Nose Lose Its Shape Post Rhinoplasty?

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