The doctor use some of my ear cartilage to lengthen my columella and nose septum 3 months ago. I am very dissatisfied with the results, and want to take out all the ear cartilage from my nose tip. The doctor use a thread to fix the cartilage to my nasal tip.I wonder is it difficult to take the ear cartilage out? Will the surgery hurt my nasal tip cartilage? Will my nose tip return to pre-op condition? How much longer should I wait to have this second surgery? Thanks a lot!!
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Hello Benjie777r;
In a small percentage of patients, there is a tendency to have some clear drainage come from the nose after rhinoplasty. If this is constant, and there is no sign of infection, there may be some relief for you. Certain oral medications, used for asthma and other...
You are only 1 week after a rhinoplasty which is extremely early to be considering a steroid injection. It can take up to a year for the swelling of the tip to maximally subside. You are rightfully concerned about the steroid injection and the irreversible consequences of its usage. In my...
You asked the question 10 days after rhinoplasty surgery. It is very important to understand that if you have any questions, you need to see your plastic surgeon immediately. Could it be an infection? Possibly. In any event, you are entitled to some peace of mind...
