I had Rhinoplasty 5 weeks ago. I think I have developed an enlarged turbinate inside my left nostril. I noticed it right after the interior splints were removed 3 days after surgery. It hasn't gone down.
Is there treatment for it? Is this common after Rhinoplasty?
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Dear B,
It is not unusual for a post rhinoplasty patient to "hate" their immediate result (see post rhinoplasty dissatisfaction syndrome). This most prominent body part essentially defines our self image. So, your self image has been altered. The good news is that the overwhelming...
Hello and thank you for your question. Most patients with a deviated septum will have breathing problems and even nostril collapse when breathing in hard. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and...
Internal Splints:
Inside the nose, most surgeons place some sort of internal splints after rhinoplasty. The internal splints do several things: (1) put mild pressure on the septum to prevent a septal hematoma, (2) help hold the inside straight during the early healing process, and (3) prevent...