What's a good antibiotic ointment to use over stitches after rhinoplasty? and easiest way to get all dried blood out?

Options: I suggest staying away from neomycin-containing ointments as many people are allergic to them. Polysporinn does not contain neomycin; however, do not use it if you are allergic to sulfa. Aquphor is a good option for keeping the wound moist to avoid crust accumulation (which attracts bacteria). To remove crust, saturate non stick gauze with diluted peroxide and place over area for several minut.

Many options: Most physicians recommend a light application if Bacitracin ointment or triple antibiotic ointment (i.E, such as neosporin) but approximately 5% of patients will get sensitized and there are some surgeons that prefer other ointments due to co ferns with possible granulomas formation. Saline sprays are great for cleansing the nostrils or dilute peroxide but discuss exact a recommendations with md.

Ask your doctor: Please check with your surgeon before manipulating the area of recent surgery.

Polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin): Or any other over the counter antibiotic ointment will work. Clean the clots with hydrogen peroxide on a qtip to remove them gently. Best wishes!

Rhinoplasty: you should follow your surgeon's postoperative instructions. The ointment will help the dried blood, too.

Bacitracin...: I tell my patients to use bacitracin for the first fish days followed by vaseline/aquaphor until the crusting on the incision line is gone. At that point, no ointment is needed. It is common for antibiotic ointment to accrue if the incision are not cleaned appropriately. Consult with your surgeon for their personal preference, but dilute hydrogen peroxide used gently cleans incision well.