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5 weeks post septorhinoplasty, i slammed the side of and pushed face against pillow while repositioning body for sleep. could this cause damage?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Unlikely: At 5 weeks, the wound has mostly healed. It will take a much harder obstacle and strong impact to affect the outcome. But if you start to note recurrence of nasal obstruction, check with your ENT

Answered 4/29/2018

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A member asked:

5 weeks post septorhinoplasty, i slammed the side of and pushed face against pillow while repositioning body for sleep. could this cause damage?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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