Mucus buildup and congestion 3 years after cosmetic rhinoplasty

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I had a deformed nose after a car accident. Had a functional surgery and then a cosmetic surgery a year after. After the cosmetic surgery (3 years ago) I started experiencing mucus buildup and congestion in my left nostril. That side was particularly deformed and probably required more work. ENTs say they don’t see a structural issue. I have to blow my nose 50 times a day. Rinsing with neti pot and flonase help to some extent.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

As one of my teachers used to say, uncommon problems are very common and those people that have them. In general, if there is excessive nasal mucus, the best treatment would be what you were doing. Nasal wash with saline, along with a steroid nasal spray. You may also wish to consider a topical antihistamine nasal spray like AsterPro. Wishing you well and I hope this helps. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Mucus buildup and congestion 3 years after cosmetic rhinoplasty

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