16 months post-op septorhinoplasty and still swollen. Should I be concerned?

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Hello, It has been 16 months since my first (and only) open Septo-Rhinoplasty. There was significant tip work completed, and I have had three injections of Kenalog + Fluorouracil in the interim, but I STILL wake up with swelling on my nose which takes an entire day to dissipate. Should I be concerned? It is still sensitive to touch (although, not painful) and still 'feels' like a wound. When do you think the swelling will dissipate? Is this normal to take this such a long time?

Cem Altindag, MD · Answer

Hi, I should evaluate the B&A images from 60 cm..It would be better. Regards. Cem Altindag. Istanbul TR

Richard A. Bartlett, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. At 16 months, you should not be experiencing this degree of swelling. I would make an appointment with the surgeon that performed your procedure so they may examine inside your nose to determine whether a revision would be necessary. Best of luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear kitteh2,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Rosa B. Lipin, MD · Answer

Depending on how thick your skin is, it can take 24m for swelling to full subside, so based on your post op course, you likely have thicker skin and this is likely very normal.
It is very common for people of all skin thicknesses, to have more swelling in the morning, and for it to get better over the course of the day. It is also not uncommon to see the nose appear more swollen after exercise, steam/sauna, etc. You can try sleeping on a slight incline or with more pillows and see if that doesn't help.

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