I got cellulitis on the inside of my nose that extended to the outside center of it, the top, and part of the left side about 3 and a half weeks ago. I got on antibiotics quickly and finished my full course. I had some drainage but I did not require a lancing. The infection is long gone and I haven't had pain in weeks but there is still swelling and redness. Is this normal for the nose? Can this prolonged cause swelling cause any damage or scars? Can a rhinoplasty correct it?
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This is often from the activity or pulling of a muscle called the depressor septi which basically goes from your nose to your upper lip. Nonsurgically, a little botox in this muscle often lessens or eliminates it. Surgically, a this muscle can be released on its own or during a rhinoplasty...
A prominent nasal spine is composed of the bone of the maxilla which supports the floor of the nose. In some patients, its quite large and can tether the upper lip. A prominent and hanging columella can also be present in addition to a large nasal spine. Conservative cartilage trimming alon...
It is not abnormal for the nose to be turned up following rhinoplasty surgery. In general, the tip will relax to its final position within 2 weeks following your procedure. I would recommend communicating any immediate post-operative concerns to your surgeon, as they know the extent of your...