Is it normal for skin under suture to pucker inside nose after septoplasty? (Photo)

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I had a septoplasty and diathermy of my inferior turbinates 11 days ago and since one week post op I have noticed that the stitch just inside my nose has puckered up underneath. It is the same colour as the rest of the inside of my nose. It is not oozing or anything that I can tell of and the white dissolvable stitches are sticking out of it. It's not massive but I notice is when looking up my nose. Will this swelling go down? I don't see my surgeon for another 4 weeks.Many thanks in advance.

Benjamin C. Paul, MD · Answer

Often after septoplasty, a stitch (often dissolving) is placed in the nose. Until that stitch dissolves, there can be bunching which will settle over time. You should ask your surgeon to confirm your post-operative instructions and see if there are any addtional recommendations given your concerns.

Somyos Kunachak, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi Joanne90,What you are seeing now at the early stage of healing, will change a lot in the next few months. Please be patient and follow your surgeons' advise.

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Is it normal for skin under suture to pucker inside nose after septoplasty? (Photo)

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