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How Long It Takes To Recover From A Rhinoplasty?
Claire Roberts
If you are thinking about getting a rhinoplasty, then you may be wondering how much time you need to take off from work. Most patients are not sure what recovery is like and do not know what to expect. Here are six things that may affect your recovery time.
Must Wear a Cast
The first week is essential to how fast you will heal after surgery. You have to wear a cast on your nose for at least seven days. It supports and holds the nasal bones in their new position. You should also expect to feel congestion in your nose.
Excess Fluid and Blood
It is normal to see some excess fluid and blood drain from your nose after surgery. You should tape a piece of gauze under your nose to catch the drainage. The drainage should only be present during the first 24 to 48 hours.
Swelling
Swelling is a normal part of the healing process. Some patients are concern about swelling because they want to be comfortable with their appearance when outside in the public. According to MedicineNet, your head should be elevated above your heart to minimize swelling. You should feel discomfort and expect swelling to reach its highest within three days.
Bruising
It is common to see some bruising around your eyes and nose. In most cases, the bruising is gone within a week. Once the bruising disappears, you can resume your social life. Surgical technique determines the amount of bruising that you may experience.
Side Effects from Pain Medication
Most surgeons prescribe pain medication after the surgery. If you choose to take the medication, then you can expect to feel groggy and tired. This means that you cannot drive or drink alcohol.
Dissolvable Stiches
If you had an open rhinoplasty, then your dissolvable stiches will come out after 10 days. It is also important that you are very careful when cleaning out your nose. Stiches can easily come out when rubbing too hard. They are put in to hold your incision in place while healing. If your stiches come out too early, then it could cause complications.
If you are comfortable with being in public with slight swelling and bruising, then you can return to work within seven days. After two weeks, you can return to your normal routine. Most patients are completely healed after a month except for slight swelling in the tip of your nose. Recovery time mainly depends on how fast you heal and your comfort level with your appearance. Talk to your doctor, such as William M. Parell, MD, PSC, for more information.
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