Nose bridge feels tense/painful nearly 2 weeks after rhinoplasty. Is this normal?

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Especially when eating or smiling my nose feels tense.

Deepak Raj Dugar, MD · Answer

Hello,Subtle pain is very normal after a rhinoplasty. You are still very early in the healing process. Try to be as careful as you can to not strain or bump your nose so the pain does not increase. If you are still feeling pain in a couple weeks, consult your board certified facial plastic surgeon.All the best, Deepak Dugar, MDScarless Rhinoplasty ExpertBeverly Hills, CA 90210

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

Swelling can cause a feeling of tension and even pain, and is expected in the first few weeks after rhinoplasty. If the feelings are getting worse and the swelling is increasing, particularly if there is also redness, then there is a possibility of infection, and you should contact your surgeon. However, unless the symptoms are worsening, I would not be concerned.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

What you are experiencing sounds normal.  You have many more weeks and months to heal.  Avoid getting hit or bumped.  Follow up with your surgeon as he knows what was done in your procedure.

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