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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
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.
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.
From the pictures you provided, I believe you have a subtle dislocation of your caudal septum to the left. This is similar to a sliding door being off its track, which can adversely affect the tip cartilages. I recommend you seek consultation with a rhinoplasty surgeon!
It can take longer than 6 months for your nose to fully evolve and heal. This includes the issue you have noted in terms of your nose being more oily. I tell patients it can take upwards of a full year after rhinoplasty before the nose completely heals.
Thank you for your question and sending photos. It is always best to evaluate a nose in person. One of your pictures looks as if you may have a bit of a "hanging columella" but the other one seems OK. A hanging columella could be related to either the leading edge of the...
