Can the cartilage/bone move when shaking or moving your head?

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I had a rhinoplasty 2.5 weeks ago. It seems like the cartilage or bones moves from one side to another when I shake my head or when I turn my head from one side to another when laying down. Is this even possible or is it the swollen of my nose.

Bora Ok, MD · Answer

Hello,
Thank
you for your question. Shaking and moving your head does not make any
effect on the movement of  the cartilage. But maybe ; onlay cartilage
can  be affected a bit  by sudden and fast  movements  othewise; it
can not be resulted with  the movement of the  bone or cartilage.
Only a  cartilage graft can move but this situation is so rare; there
is no need to be panic for that.
Best
wishes and good luck

Bora
Ok, MD - Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon

Paul N. Afrooz, MD · Answer

It is very unlikely that the bone or cartilage is moving from shaking your head.  In general, it is advisable to keep sudden movements, or excessive movements, and strenuous exercise to a minimum in the first several weeks after rhinoplasty.  This can contribute to excess swelling and ultimately delay the resolution of swelling.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Sorry for your problem but the best answer would come from your surgeon as he knows what he did and where you are in the healing process.Do Corbin

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

It is highly unlikely that anything is moving.   Your surgeon knows best what techniques were used during your procedure so he/she can best advise you.

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear Thamvo, I would suggest that you see your surgeon for a follow up appointment and for a proper diagnosis. It is highly unlikely that anything is moving however your surgeon knows best what techniques were used during your procedure so he/she can best advise you.Best regards, Michael V, Elam, M.D.

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