Hello, I had a revision rhinoplasty about two years ago, and it was partially to fix a overbearing pollybeak. The surgeon did not perform this service during surgery, though, and since, the pollybeak has become severe (3+ centimeters high). While I believe that part of the pollybeak is indeed cartilage from an severely pinched primary rhinoplasty, I also believe that scar tissue may have also played a role, and if so, could a steroid shot help? Would there be any negatives in trying this?
March 3, 2011
Answer: Steroid injection for pollybeak
I agree with the others, such that you have nothing to lose by trying. Two years after a revision surgery the nasal structure is probably fairly established, but your only other alternative is a second revision surgery to remove what would then be clearly established as dorsal cartilaginous septum. You would know within a month, so you are hardly delaying further treatment if you just give it a try.
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March 3, 2011
Answer: Steroid injection for pollybeak
I agree with the others, such that you have nothing to lose by trying. Two years after a revision surgery the nasal structure is probably fairly established, but your only other alternative is a second revision surgery to remove what would then be clearly established as dorsal cartilaginous septum. You would know within a month, so you are hardly delaying further treatment if you just give it a try.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: It's unlikely a steroid injection will change the appearance of your nose 2 years after Revision Rhinoplasty Surgery.
I read your concern. If your bridge is too high such that you have a "polly beak", Revision Rhinoplasty may be necessary to improve the appearance of your nose. Posting a profile photo would help us advise you.
Steroid injections are useful in reducing post-op swelling usually within the first year after your rhinoplasty Surgery.
Regards from NJ.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: It's unlikely a steroid injection will change the appearance of your nose 2 years after Revision Rhinoplasty Surgery.
I read your concern. If your bridge is too high such that you have a "polly beak", Revision Rhinoplasty may be necessary to improve the appearance of your nose. Posting a profile photo would help us advise you.
Steroid injections are useful in reducing post-op swelling usually within the first year after your rhinoplasty Surgery.
Regards from NJ.
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March 1, 2011
Answer: Treatment options for persistent pollybeak
Having an injection of either a steroid or 5-FU to combat excessive scar tissue is a possibility, although it may not help very much if there's a large residual cartilage component.
Examining your nose in person would allow for a better assessment of your chances of improvement with an injection. Residual cartilage would have to be surgically removed to improve that aspect.
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March 1, 2011
Answer: Treatment options for persistent pollybeak
Having an injection of either a steroid or 5-FU to combat excessive scar tissue is a possibility, although it may not help very much if there's a large residual cartilage component.
Examining your nose in person would allow for a better assessment of your chances of improvement with an injection. Residual cartilage would have to be surgically removed to improve that aspect.
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