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Failed Primary, need revision - Dallas, TX

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Hello. I would like to share with you my road to...

nothappy111
$8,800
hello. I would like to share with you my road to revision story, I need revision because of an unnecessary failed primary, I say unnecessary because the surgeon I went to is a very skilled surgeon , I feel like I m the unluckiest patient dr Cochran had. he has so many happy patients . my bad outcome could have been easily avoided if 1- we were on the same page my doctor, I expressed that I did not want to pinch my nose or reduce the size of my tip and 2- If I had antibiotics on time, infection has destroyed what ever was left in my cartilage after a cephalic trim. I did complain a lot in the first couple of weeks after my surgery , my first email was about white liquid coming out from my right nostril that has become very small and different from the left one, then I started calling 2,3 times a day complaining about this side, every single time I was told it s just swelling.. then the pain my septum felt like it was on fire,,my upper lip became swollen and I felt like there is a force inside my nose pulling my septum and columella upward pulling my upper lip to the point I couldn't put my lips together. I emailed dr cochran freaking out, he called me that night and asked me to send a picture and explain what I see and feel. he was very reassuring stating that he "doesn't see anything to worry about", few days later I still had the symptms and even though dr Cochran said it's nothing to worry about I decided to travel to Dallas to see him. he was nice as usual , and said that I have an infection and my upper lip is bruised. I asked if I will need revision he said not to worry I will not need one, I knew in my heart that I will need one..he gave me antibiotics but I think the damage was already done or those antibiotics were not the right one because the my nose became very damaged and more painful with time. long story short my fears were true.I did ended up with a sore stiff deformed little thing on my face and a deformed upper lip. last couple of years were very hard...I have traveled to Dallas twice , dr Cochran agreed that the results are not what he hoped to achieve and said he will fix it. traveling all over to see him and may many ENT in an attempt to heal was very expensive.I have spent all my savings..lost my job ..I believe dr Cochran has the skills to revise my nose but this primary has bankraped me,he says it 's free but really it s not free..I will need travel money ( very expensive when you live in the other side of the world) hospital fees,anhestesia fees and many . meanwhile I communicate with Jeny ( she is very kind and professional, and I do appreciate her support , truly a wonderful person). I try to send updates to dr Cochran with symptoms I still have. I have these thick scabs that smells very bad and burning pain.waiting on his medical opinion. my only hope to get my life and my face back is a successful revision, I am in a very lonely dark place right now, I am million years away from happy or normal. this little thing on my face is destroying me. I will keep you updated on how things evolve with me, sending prayers to all of those in the same situation.

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April 30, 2015
I wish I never had surgery either. I have had two operations as well. try to see someone in your country. I don't recommend rhinoplasty to anyone. Big mistake.
April 30, 2015
so sorry you have to go through this, I only had one surgery, I have seen few surgeons in my country for the pain and scabs I have in my nose, they said my nose is in bad shape and overdone. they don't like to fix other doctors noses if it's that bad.
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May 1, 2015
Is your nose still infected?
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May 1, 2015

Thank you for sharing your experience on RealSelf!

May 1, 2015
was the price neogtable
May 3, 2015
no it wasn't
May 5, 2015
I have no Idea what I have now, I wish if my doctor tells me exactly what I have and how to treat it . I have these smelly scabs in my nose ,I have to clean it all the time, and this dryness is killing me .
May 11, 2015
You should put your story on kick starter or something like that, your story is so so so sad, I'm sure a lot of people would be willing to donate to help you. I hope things get better for you.
May 11, 2015
thank you but I'm afraid I don't understand your comment very well.
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May 11, 2015
yeah i agree; google kickstarter or gofundme. i would donate to help you
August 10, 2015
@nothappy111 The smelly scabs are usually dried blood mixed with infection. If a doctor does not properly clean out your air passages this can happen. Please see an Entire and ask them to irrigate your nose.

Also place a post in the forum asking for help with room/board. Someone might be kind enough to let you stay at their home.
August 10, 2015
ENT ugh smart phones
May 7, 2015
You should contact Dr. Davis in Florida and see what he has to say, or Dr. Menick in Arizona. They deal with really bad noses.
May 8, 2015
they have great reviews, but I don't have any money,I spent everything I own on this rhino I still have to go to ENT to get treatment for the pain.
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May 8, 2015
Which one is better?
May 9, 2015
I think Dr. Davis is better... but idk I just say that because I have found alot of super bad reviews on Dr. Menick. But no photos to prove it so they might be fake.
UPDATED FROM nothappy111
2 years post

help please

nothappy111
I'm having avery bad day and In need some help going through these days, I met an old friend who asked me why I did this to myself, and that I look bad ,she felt sorry but she said she had to be honest. she mentioned "Micheal jackson", I know that I'm becoming more like Mj by the day, and I m tired of hearing it...I feel like it's over for me.I m in pain and I look like MJ and I have no more ressources . my nose is getting worst , my upper lip is painful and looks horrible..I look like a monkey..I don't have any more ressources or energy to fix this, my family are so tired as well..they feel very sad for me.. I wish I could say IT GETS BETTER WITH TIME,BUT IT ONLY GET WORSE. I don't know what to do anymore.

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May 26, 2015
I'm sorry you are going through this. But just know that it is not over for you. a lot of people that went through what happened to you were able to correct their noses. So I hope you do not give up please. Do not blame yourself it's not your fault. Things will get better I promise. There are amazing revision specialist in the world and one of them is going to give you a beautiful nose. Your friend is really mean telling you those things. I'm sure you do not look like MJ. I wish I was with you to console you but I'm going to pray for you that you do not give up. Take care beautiful !
May 26, 2015
I am so sorry you are feeling this way. I agree with everything nosejob11 said, there are others here going through and feeling like you do. You aren't alone. Your old friend totally sucks. You are a wonderful person with a big heart to post here with your story to help other people. Your story was even done in a complimentary way to the doctor, which means people will listen to you more. I hope that your next steps do come easier, you deserve a break.
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May 26, 2015

I'm so sorry you're having a hard time. You are clearly in a deep valley, but I believe you will pull out of it and find help for your nose and your peace of mind. Hang in there!

May 26, 2015
I feel for you, going through such pain. For what it's worth, you look pretty despite your nose needing a revision. If I were you, because money is now an issue for you, I'd get the free revision with Dr Cochran, he seems skilled at revisions. Hopefully they won't turn against you and see you as a problem patient just because you've posted here. I think you've been reasonable with what you've said. You can fly over alone as it it will be far cheaper. What's stopping you from booking a revision with Dr Cochran?
May 26, 2015
P.S. But , obviously, do what you feel comfortable with as only you know the situation fully.
UPDATED FROM nothappy111
2 years post

clarificationS

nothappy111
I appreciate those supporting me. by sharing my road to revision story , I asked for help. I was hoping for advice , encouragement, positive stories, and especially form dr C revision patients . I also wanted to talk to hear from people in the same situation because only they can understand . I'm not suicidal like some has thought, I will not do this to myself and to my poor parents , I'm depressed heart broken, and terrified but not suicidal. those negative feelings are very normal, especially when you have to deal with constant sharp pain all the time for the past 2 years, and you see that your whole face keep changing to the worst,upper lip looks and philthrum are so painful and my upper lip keep chaging, in the last few months my nose has gotten even shorten and smaller, not having any more financial ressources to deal with this is making me hopeless, watching it getting worst by the day is terrifying , not being able to breath anymore is annoying, the constant pain sharp pain will stress the hell out of anyone. not knowing what do you have , or what s burning inside your nose and philthrum anf not knowing how worst is going to get is terrifying, so please forgive if I sounded negative, I have seen grown men with kids , great support and access to the best doctors and better results than me who suffered from a very bad depression after a failed rhino. I also needed guidance because I lost my support group at home. my parents are depressed because of what happened to me so I try to act normal ad we avoid talking about my situation at home. I take pain killers and I tell them I feel fine . I think and hope dr C will not see me as problem patient but as a patient with a big problem, I m not intersted on fighting or suing , all I want is little bit of my normal face back and for the chronic pain to go away, . so I can live and move on. I have over spent 50 k so far on this, 50 k in Morocco is like 200 k in the US. and I ll have to save for 10 years to be able to just travel and have mu free revision. that 's why I m hopless and i m breaking down..

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May 28, 2015
I am so sorry to read about your problems. I will be doing a revision this summer, in the Bay Area (CA), many years after my failed primary (20 years ago). Crazy I waited so long, but I just decided to try to forget it, and focused on my work, and ultimately got married and had a child, so that kept me busy. Now it's time to do this for myself, also because I have breathing issues and a deviated septum. But, Im scared. I'll keep you in my thoughts....take care. Also, maybe you should try a period of anti-depressant meds to help you lift out of your depression? Just a thought.
May 28, 2015
I'm sure that many of us understand how you feel after getting unexpected and unacceptable results. I'm sorry that you feel that you have lost your support system. I do hope that you we be able to get the financial assistance necessary to fix your nose soon. Please continue to post. We do care and want to know how you are doing. I will keep you in my thoughts an prayers for a quick resolution for your problems. P.S. Sorry if this question has already been asked, but would insurance at least cover your pain and breathing issues? I know you will still have to cover the cosmetic cost though.
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May 29, 2015
Stay strong...Good luck with your revision.
June 27, 2015

Hi I can't even imagine what you are going through but I think there may be a better option than another surgery. There are nasal prostethics that look 100% real and natural. You are probably better of getting one of these than going through with another risky surgery and they are about the same price. After they make it for you, you can put it on with an adhesive and take it on and off whenever you want but they look real. http://www.***************

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July 12, 2015
Nasal prosthetic is not an acceptable option when she's thinking about her first revision. What an insensitive suggestion!
August 11, 2015
I didn't mean it to be insensitive. I also had a bad nose job and was considering this option. She has already been through so much and the anxiety of another surgery is terrifying. It's just another option. It cost less and she wouldn't have to worry about having to go under again.
December 13, 2015
I agree, if i was her id freak out reading that. That is very unhelpful.
July 1, 2015
I'm so sorry you're going through this. It breaks my heart that so many of us are so unhappy after rhinoplasty