I Had Rhinoplasty Surgery on August 23rd 2010. I had to stay with the cast and tampons for about 8 days. I am now 4 days with out the cast and tampons. During the time i had the cast I didn't have any blue marks. Now, I have a purplish blue mark on the tip of my nose is that normal?
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You do have nasal deviation 5 months after rhinoplasty. As healing progresses and swelling decreases it will be easier to evaluate your result. It is appropriate to be concerned, but wait another 4-6 months before making any final judgements and deciding if a revision will be...
The key element to having and keeping a straight nose after a Rhinoplasty is to make sure that your Surgeon has totally corrected any deviation of the NASAL SEPTUM. This is vital to restoring and maintaining a straight nose after rhinoplasty . The nose MUST be straight...
This is very common. Congestion is worse in the morning because circulation is less when your lying down and sleeping compared to when you're up and active. It will be helpful to keep your head elevated on at least two pillows.