Rhinoplasty: Experiences and recovery tips?
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darkgardener9 said:I have another rather foolish question: what happens if we yawn when we’ve just had nose surgery (during those first few weeks)? Also, when can I realistically get back into sports—things like crunches, planks, or push-ups (essentially anything that involves lowering my head or puts tension on the nose)—provided there’s no physical contact involved? And finally, when will I be able to blow my nose normally again?
My apologies for bombarding you all with such a barrage of questions!
I underwent my rhinoplasty in San Diego about two weeks ago. My procedure involved correcting a deviation, a fracture, a collapsed right nasal passage, narrowed turbinates, and the nasal pyramid itself. Since the surgery, I’ve already been back for follow-ups and sinus ventilation five times—and there will certainly be more—all included in the price the doctor quoted you. It isn't too late to schedule yours now, as you'll be fully recovered by summer. They removed my packing a few days later, and the silicone breathing tubes were taken out on day eleven. Naturally, I found myself yawning incessantly at the beginning; I was exhausted because breathing through my mouth caused me to wake up constantly, and since my back was aching, I’d be up by 6:00 AM yawning away!!! Currently, I am keeping my nose moisturized and blowing very gently to keep it clear, along with light massages. Aside from that, my breathing improved immediately and it hasn't felt congested. There is still a bit of bruising that peeks through my concealer, and the bones are quite swollen, though it isn't visible to others. Honestly, the moment they removed the cast, the nose looked beautiful. I even went out for coffee wearing sunglasses over my cast, and I am already becoming somewhat physically active. As for weight loss, you lose it because you have no appetite during those first few days and feel quite weak following the surgery; I haven't pushed myself with training until this past weekend, but I feel as though I could tackle most of those exercises already!!!