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Happy ending to a terrible recovery -Toronto, ON
UPDATED FROM icecrystalsky
11 months post
11 months post!
WORTH IT$7,000
Just thought I'd throw an update out there.
The nose continued swelling asymmetrically on and off for a couple of months, and finally evened out. It's just what I wanted, and I'm very happy with it. :) It took about six months for me to wear glasses, it was just too painful before then.
My nose drains much better than it used to, although it's not perfect. I don't breathe quite as well as I used to and I've lost a bit of my sense of smell (which I'm actually happy about, because I had an overwhelming strong sense of smell before, and it seems more normal now).
Everything has been going a-ok, haven't had any sinus infections or anything. One new thing I noticed is that I get little spots of blood when I blow my nose, but it never develops into a full blown nose bleed.
Overall I'm extremely happy with it and I noticed my confidence level shoot up. I no longer think about my nose when I'm out walking in public or when I'm having my picture taken, and I no longer poke at it. It took a little while for me to get used to looking at it in the mirror, but now when I do I just think "Oh hey, it's me."
The only time I really think about my nose anymore is when I go to put on glasses, because now it's so easy to find ones that actually will fit on the bridge of my nose. I actually have the opposite problem now- instead of it being hard to find a bridge wide enough to fit on my nose, my bridge is too small for my glasses so they slide down a little bit, haha.
Overall I'm glad I did the surgery but probably will not go for any kind of surgery again because of the complications with anesthesia.
The nose continued swelling asymmetrically on and off for a couple of months, and finally evened out. It's just what I wanted, and I'm very happy with it. :) It took about six months for me to wear glasses, it was just too painful before then.
My nose drains much better than it used to, although it's not perfect. I don't breathe quite as well as I used to and I've lost a bit of my sense of smell (which I'm actually happy about, because I had an overwhelming strong sense of smell before, and it seems more normal now).
Everything has been going a-ok, haven't had any sinus infections or anything. One new thing I noticed is that I get little spots of blood when I blow my nose, but it never develops into a full blown nose bleed.
Overall I'm extremely happy with it and I noticed my confidence level shoot up. I no longer think about my nose when I'm out walking in public or when I'm having my picture taken, and I no longer poke at it. It took a little while for me to get used to looking at it in the mirror, but now when I do I just think "Oh hey, it's me."
The only time I really think about my nose anymore is when I go to put on glasses, because now it's so easy to find ones that actually will fit on the bridge of my nose. I actually have the opposite problem now- instead of it being hard to find a bridge wide enough to fit on my nose, my bridge is too small for my glasses so they slide down a little bit, haha.
Overall I'm glad I did the surgery but probably will not go for any kind of surgery again because of the complications with anesthesia.
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UPDATED FROM icecrystalsky
2 months post
Doing well- 9 weeks Post Op
I still have the random day where my nose will swell and look chubby, or the but for the most part it doesn't look lopsided anymore, and the swelling on the inside of my nose has gone down enough for me to blow my nose normally. It's not a battle, either so I assume the deviation has fixed itself up a lot :)
I do have some scar tissue on the inside, which I don't think will be much of a problem.
I have noticed with some interest that the swelling will somedays make the columella of the nose look like it is hanging a little, but on days with less swelling it looks perfectly normal.
Swelling really does change day by day and although you will most likely be the only one to notice it, it is interesting to see.
Glasses fit awkwardly on my nose (3d movie! Not used to having a smaller bridge).
Still a little uncomfortable to wear glasses like that, but no longer painful. I still need to adjust every once in a while.
Overall I'm happy with the overall outcome and hoping that within a year the swelling will have completely settled down.
I do have some scar tissue on the inside, which I don't think will be much of a problem.
I have noticed with some interest that the swelling will somedays make the columella of the nose look like it is hanging a little, but on days with less swelling it looks perfectly normal.
Swelling really does change day by day and although you will most likely be the only one to notice it, it is interesting to see.
Glasses fit awkwardly on my nose (3d movie! Not used to having a smaller bridge).
Still a little uncomfortable to wear glasses like that, but no longer painful. I still need to adjust every once in a while.
Overall I'm happy with the overall outcome and hoping that within a year the swelling will have completely settled down.
Replies (5)
P
July 10, 2014
So glad you are doing well! Your nose looks great. Thank you for the update :)
T
July 10, 2014
I've been browsing through this amazing site for a while now as am researching docs and generally trying to learn as much as I can about the procedure. I just want to say thank you for your amazing diary and sharing your experience. The information you give is sooo useful and informative...answers a lot of the random thoughts/questions I've had. It sounds like your recovery has been really challenging and I don't think I quite realised all the different things that could happen; it's great to know what to look out for. I have a high pain threshold and I would have likely just thought it was normal and ignored symptoms that need to be checked! Anyway, thank you, it's been really good to read ...and you look amazing too!
I
July 11, 2014
Thank you! I keep considering taking my posts down but whenever I learn that they were helpful it helps me remember that my story can hopefully help others in the same situation. I don't think there's enough warning for patients out there, probably because a lot of us are made to feel shameful for even doing so.
T
July 10, 2014
Just came across your site and love the pic of the "do not wants" of your nose visual. What is the url for that? I noticed my doc does a certain thicker bridge, so i want to tell him, again and again, please not thick bridge. I'm worried i'm going to get something i don't want. As like you, I am looking for a drastic change, not subtle.
I
July 11, 2014
Hi! I uploaded directly to the site and am not allowed to post urls. I just searched google for different rhinoplasty results and chose the ones most aesthetically and non aesthetically pleasing to my personal taste. It would be good to ask him in the consult if he thinks he would be able to accomplish what you want. I knew my doctor would have the skill to pull off what I wanted but if you'll look closely at your doctors they all have their own aesthetic sense and skill. Id recommend finding a doctor that has good reviews and produces results similar to the type you want. Although dr rival is known for doing conservative changes I did see a few on his page where he did the type I wanted. I hope that is helpful and good luck!
T
July 21, 2014
Love, love, love your new nose :) The last side-by-side photo you posted is just phenomenal and it will only get better :))
G
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F
June 26, 2014
K
June 26, 2014
Your results are magnificent. Nose is streamlined and u must be very pleased:) ignore the 10 year old weirdos who are posting rude things on everyone's pages.
I
June 26, 2014
I didn't get to see what he posted, and now I'm self conscious lol. Thanks for the support :)
P
June 26, 2014
So glad you are getting better and better. I think it will be worth it to you in the end...but it will take a lot of time to "forget" the horrible recovery so you can enjoy the results :)
You have a Beautiful nose. I'm at 5 weeks now and still having trouble ugh. I feel like after surgery my life came to a screeching halt. At least I love my new nose :)
I
June 26, 2014
The recovery can be tough :( hang in there! I am glad you love your new nose :D what kind of problems are you still having?
P
June 26, 2014
Since the surgery I've had constant headaches, nausea, and dizziness. I've had a CAT scan, an eye exam, 3 sinus infection treatments...just no answer yet. Next step is to see a neurologist for an MRI. Very frustrating.
I
June 26, 2014
Oh yikes. I hope they can figure it out soon, whether it was an underlying condition that took hold after surgery weakened you (this happened after one of mine) or if it was caused by the surgery. Hoping they get their butts in gear and give you and answer soon! Hang in there!
P
June 26, 2014
Yep, totally! I was thinking that, too - surgery might just have aggravated something that was already goin' on! Either way it is such a bummer!! EH. Thank you!
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