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Supratip Swelling at 6 Months? (photo)

May 28, 2013
Asked By:lulu26

I am six months post-rhinoplasty and I have significant supratip swelling. Is this normal? Is it even swelling, or is it cartilage? I am at a disadvantage because I cannot consult with my surgeon face-to-face since I flew out of state to have the procedure done. This is extremely frustrating. Is it plausible to have a different plastic surgeon in my state administer steroid injections to try to help the swelling?

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May 31, 2013

Answer: Swelling or cartilage causing supra tip fullness after rhinoplasty.

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May 30, 2013

Answer: Out of State rhinoplasty complicates postoperative management.

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Answer: Out of State rhinoplasty complicates postoperative management.

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