I broke my nose and had the septum re-aligned and the bone "popped" back into place. I went back for my checkup 10 days after and the doctor seemed surprised at the amount of swelling. The swelling went down a little each day for 4-5 days after that visit but when I wokeup this morning it seemed as swollen as ever. Are these fluctuations in swelling normal?
April 18, 2010
Answer: Swelling after nose surgeryif The swelling you describe is normal, but it would worry me that you may have an infection with the sudden swelling after 4 days. I would have your physician look up your nose to make sure that all is well. Fluctuations in swelling are common but one should not assume that its all OK unless you are examined. Good Luck
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April 18, 2010
Answer: Swelling after nose surgeryif The swelling you describe is normal, but it would worry me that you may have an infection with the sudden swelling after 4 days. I would have your physician look up your nose to make sure that all is well. Fluctuations in swelling are common but one should not assume that its all OK unless you are examined. Good Luck
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Answer: Swelling Expected to Fluctuate After Nose Surgery
Yes, fluctuations in swelling are expected after nasal surgery. There could be a number of factors (such as activity, temperature, humidity, allergens, pollutants or position) that could affect swelling. Review postoperative care and direction with your surgeon to ensure that you are following correctly. Your surgeon will be checking you repeatedly after surgery to monitor that you are progressing appropriately.
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Answer: Swelling Expected to Fluctuate After Nose Surgery
Yes, fluctuations in swelling are expected after nasal surgery. There could be a number of factors (such as activity, temperature, humidity, allergens, pollutants or position) that could affect swelling. Review postoperative care and direction with your surgeon to ensure that you are following correctly. Your surgeon will be checking you repeatedly after surgery to monitor that you are progressing appropriately.
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