Had an open Sseptorhinoplasty 5.5 weeks ago. As of yesterday came down with a bad head cold/flu. Will this effect my healing?

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Nose is quite sore and will not stop running. I have been blowing it gently. My nose was already still swollen before the cold and now it has really puffed up. Just wondering if this will effect my healing results or just make it take longer for the swelling to go down?

Lindsay Sturm, DO · Answer

Great question, thank you!  A recent cold/flu should not affect your healing, especially at this point in your post operative recovery period.  You may remain swollen and sore for a bit longer secondary to the irritation from the cold, yet overall this should not affect any of the structural work which was done at the time of your surgery.  Keep hydrated with lots of fluids and continue to follow up with your provider for any other recommendations.  Thanks again for the question.  Best wishes, Dr. Lindsay J Sturm

Vladimir Ramirez-Blanco, MD · Answer

It can increase your discomfort but will not impair your healing, drink a lot of fluids, continue with proper hygiene and follow your surgeons prescription and you'll be fine.

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