Is this a septum hematoma after rhinoplasty? (Photo)

January 6, 2013
Asked By:Elpierro0104

It's been been 10 days since I had my rhinoplasty and both sides wall of my septum are very swollen. It does not hurt. However, I can barely breath out but I can absolutely not breath in. Is this normal? Is this a case of septum hematoma?

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January 8, 2013

Answer: Septal Hematoma

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Answer: Septal Hematoma

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August 2, 2017

Answer: Post-op swelling

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Answer: Post-op swelling

January 9, 2013

Answer: Septal hematoma

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January 9, 2013

Answer: Septal hematoma

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