Normal For Swelling And Widening After Removing Splint?

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Hello! when i removed the splint efter surgery the nose was thin and nice . now , one day after the bridge is alot wider . is this most likely swelling? or is it possible that the splint was pressen the nose togheter so it loke thiner than it Will be right after the splint was off removed a little bump and wanted the nose møre narrow. thanks for answers :)

Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS · Answer

After the surgery, the nose  is not very swollen and the cast not only immobilizes the nasal bones ( if they were fractured) but it also compresses the skin to prevent swelling.  Once the cast comes off,  the swelling will get worse but should go away within 3 weeks.

Kevin Sadati, DO · Answer

Nasal splints are applied to the nasal dorsum to protect the nose and also to prevent excessive nasal swelling. It is very normal to have swelling over the nasal dorsum after splint is removed. This swelling will subside shortly. Good luck and good healing. Dr. Kevin Sadati

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

If the nose looked good after the splint was removed, then what you are likley seeing is post-op swelling.  Give it time to improve.

Michael L. Schwartz, MD · Answer

It is very normal for the nose to swell more after the splint is removed. It will return to the initial size you saw when it was first removed.

Rick Rosen, MD · Answer

it is normal for there to be increased swelling after the splint is removed. do not over exercise or anything strenuous, and you should see it go down. if not improved you should return to your surgeon.

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