After having a revision rhinoplasty 2 months ago, I thought swelling would be almost gone. However, the supra-tip continues to swell as the day passes. It is obvious too me as it makes my tip rounded at the top. If I apply pressure with my finger tips-not too hard-it does get smaller for a bit. I am already watching my diet (sodium) and still keeping my head elevated during sleep. Thank you for your support doctors.
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Depending on what needs to be done to your nose, the cartilage grafts that are needed will vary. It's unlikely that the existing graft will be sufficient, but then if your revision entails only minor changes perhaps they will be.
I read your concern and reviewed your photo. Sudden, persistent swelling 4 weeks after revision rhinoplasty, triggered by exercise is unusual. I see the bulge on the left side of your bridge. If you had a foreign body implant placed in your nose, your swelling could be from possible infection...
Are you sure it is the columellar strut graft that is causing the over projection? These grafts are almost routine in an open rhinoplasty. The purpose is to stabilize the tip over the long term. While they can be used to increase projection, usually other grafts are used also,...