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I have had a revision rhinoplasty 1.5 months ago and the swelling around my eye area occured again.is this normal?

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Dr. David Martin answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Swelling: A little swelling can come and go after surgery, especially revision surgery, but if there is any more than just a small amout i would go back and see my doctor. If an implant was used, infection is a possibility and i wouldn't wait too long. Hopefully it is just a small amout and it goes away on its own.

Answered 5/18/2014

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Dr. Subramaniam Arumugam answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

See your Surgeon: It is normal to have more swelling after the second time rhinoplasty --- but, to make sure that nothing is unusual and nothing is going wrong, you should see your surgeon as soon as possible.

Answered 8/27/2013

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Revision rhinoplasty: Swelling after surgery does not resolve in a linear fashion, but tends to take a more undulating course. You may notice more swelling some days after eating salty foods, strenuous exercise, drinking alcohol, flying, or engaging in other activities that increase swelling. At any time if you have concerns, the best course of action is to follow up with your surgeon.

Answered 3/12/2015

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Recurrent swelling: Swelling can recurr after a rhinoplasty for many months. Especially if there is an allergy flare up or sinus congestion then you will notice the swelling. Eventualy it settles down.

Answered 9/16/2013

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Normal wound healing: Perhaps your doctor can get you a short course of steroids to help such as a Medrol (methylprednisolone) dose pac.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Yes: If it persists or becomes tender see your surgeon.

Answered 4/26/2014

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