Scar Tissue / Adhesions Post Rhinoplasty

As you recover from rhinoplasty there are a number of conditions that can cause difficulty breathing. The earliest problems come from swelling and debris. Adhesions or bridges called synechea can also form that might be easily treatable by an office procedure. More complex but less common problems can also arise. These are from loss of support of the sidewalls of the nose called the nasal valve. The first thing you should do if you have difficulty breathing after a rhinoplasty is to discuss this with your surgeon. If these problems persist more than a year after surgery you might seek a second opinion from a rhinoplasty specialist.

It is impossible to say if your scar tissue is normal or abnormal without examining your nose. See your surgeon to find out what is going on.