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Mucus buildup and congestion 3 years after cosmetic rhinoplasty

October 21, 2024
Asked By:Loving851856 in San Francisco, California

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.

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Answer: Cosmetic surgery of the nose does not typically lead to excessive nasal mucus.

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Answer: Cosmetic surgery of the nose does not typically lead to excessive nasal mucus.

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