5 weeks post rhinoplasty, still have a bump on nose. Should swelling be gone by now? (photos)

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I am five weeks post opp. I have a few concerns, I have a slight bump on the left side of my nose (bridge), surgeon has asked me to massage this Area,however it does not feel like swelling it feels like bone, and not showing signs of reduction, 2nd concern is I feel like the anatomy of my face has changed.my cheek area under my eye bags,close to my nose is puffy and looks droopy I have attached a few pics. if its swelling should it not have gone by now? or is it because my tip has been lifted?

Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS · Answer

You have to give yourself some more healing time.  Your nose and surrounding areas are going to be swollen for a while and you should be consulting the surgeon that performed the procedure. However, give yourself some time before going back in so some of it can subside. It can take up to a year for final results.
Sincerely,
Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Jan Zemplenyi, MD · Answer

Five weeks is still very early on in the healing process, it can take up to a year for all the swelling to subside, especially in the tip of the nose. It's normal to be swollen in the surrounding areas as well. Try and be patient with your body as it continues to heal. Be sure to go to your post op appointments with your surgeon as they can best advise you since they know exactly what was done during your surgery. Best of luck to you!

Julia Kerolus, MD, FACS · Answer

It is difficult to tell from your photos but swelling is expected at 5 weeks after a rhinoplasty. Depending on the technique that was used, the work that was done, and your skin quality, swelling can persist for several months. Swelling is often asymmetric as the healing process is not exactly the same on both sides of the nose. Swelling of the face and below the eyes can still linger at this point as well. You should continue to see improvement over time. Discuss any concerns you have with your surgeon.

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