I am 1 month post op. I have quite a bit of mucous build up in my one nostril, to the point of it being almost painful. I use saline spray religiously, but it seems to just bring it all down to the front of my nostrils where it gets stuck, so I occasionally use hydrogen peroxide and a qtip to clean it out. Tonight while doing that, my nose started to bleed (enough to use a few tissues before it let up). The source seems to be a stitch (see pic). Is it possible that i damaged something? Worried!
Answer: Is cleaning a fresh wound with hydrogen peroxyde a good idea post #rhinoplasty in #Toronto Thank you for your question.We, plastic surgeons, all have different post-op routine so it would be best to consult with your plastic surgeon.I recommend initially to clean gently with saline water and to apply polysporin. At one month, you should not need antiseptic solution anymore. Gentle warm water should be plenty.Please note that hydrogen peroxide does dissolve clots very well - so perhaps it was an old clot that you "cleaned up".Hydrogen peroxyde is also an inhibitor of healing when used in full strength... so always dissolve it 1:5 or 1:10.Hope this helps!
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Answer: Is cleaning a fresh wound with hydrogen peroxyde a good idea post #rhinoplasty in #Toronto Thank you for your question.We, plastic surgeons, all have different post-op routine so it would be best to consult with your plastic surgeon.I recommend initially to clean gently with saline water and to apply polysporin. At one month, you should not need antiseptic solution anymore. Gentle warm water should be plenty.Please note that hydrogen peroxide does dissolve clots very well - so perhaps it was an old clot that you "cleaned up".Hydrogen peroxyde is also an inhibitor of healing when used in full strength... so always dissolve it 1:5 or 1:10.Hope this helps!
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March 21, 2016
Answer: Cleaning the inside of the nose with peroxide is probably a bit harsh. Hydrogen peroxide can be irritating and is probably not necessary for cleaning any buildup along the incision. The fact that you started some bleeding means you are a bit rough but does not mean that you created any significant damage. Follow the instructions of your surgeon.
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March 21, 2016
Answer: Cleaning the inside of the nose with peroxide is probably a bit harsh. Hydrogen peroxide can be irritating and is probably not necessary for cleaning any buildup along the incision. The fact that you started some bleeding means you are a bit rough but does not mean that you created any significant damage. Follow the instructions of your surgeon.
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March 22, 2016
Answer: Likely fine This can happen. Likely you rubbed off a small scab and there was a small amount of bleeding. Bactroban is better to clean the inside of the nose but make sure to follow up with your PS to make sure all is OK. It i very unlikely that you damaged anything.Aaron Kosins, MDPlastic & Rhinoplasty Surgeon
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March 22, 2016
Answer: Likely fine This can happen. Likely you rubbed off a small scab and there was a small amount of bleeding. Bactroban is better to clean the inside of the nose but make sure to follow up with your PS to make sure all is OK. It i very unlikely that you damaged anything.Aaron Kosins, MDPlastic & Rhinoplasty Surgeon
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Answer: Did I damage something? Dear 10yearsinthemaking,
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Answer: Did I damage something? Dear 10yearsinthemaking,
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March 21, 2016
Answer: Cleaning mucous inside nose with hydrogen peroxide and a qtip and my nose started to bleed! Did I damage something? It is doubtful that you have damaged your nose while cleaning. Follow up with your plastic surgeon for an exam to confirm.
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March 21, 2016
Answer: Cleaning mucous inside nose with hydrogen peroxide and a qtip and my nose started to bleed! Did I damage something? It is doubtful that you have damaged your nose while cleaning. Follow up with your plastic surgeon for an exam to confirm.
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