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I’m sleeping on my side right now, but my nose is still so tender to the touch that I’d probably wake up in pain the second I shifted the wrong way. Plus, I’m using one of those orthopedic pillows, which makes it pretty much impossible to actually bury my nose into it...
I finally gave in and slept flat on my back last night; I just couldn't deal with that semi-reclined position anymore—it was absolutely killing me. As for the extra swelling, nothing changed there...
Back to work on Monday... I can't sit still, honestly. Let me know how things go with that bone injury; that's my main concern right now. I'm getting some fresh air outside with Courtney, though the cold is starting to bite—maybe the chill will help clear my head faster.🙂
It’s been seven days and I’m not feeling any pain. It was just a little uncomfortable at first because the gauze underneath had soaked through with blood and got stuck to me... When are you heading in?
Okay, I get it now... I was reading it like some kind of bacteriostatic agent that prevents infections or something along those lines...
Thanks, heading straight to the drugstore now...
To be honest—and I mean this literally—my nose is the first thing to act up, then everything else follows. Kissing feels like I’m made of glass, and even just washing my face is a struggle. I picked up some cotton pads and some skincare stuff, so I'm taking it slow. I went to the movies yesterday, and let me tell you, putting on makeup took twice as long, and getting it off? That was a whole ordeal!
Carol Lopez28 said:I had my surgery just a month ago. Believe me, all of this is totally normal, especially during those first few days. I've had quite a bit of work done myself, so... honestly, mine still hurts if you touch it, but that’s expected after an operation like this.🙂
Look, my nose looks great—honestly, it looks exactly like how I wanted it to based on some photos from when I was a kid. It's the sensation that's bothering me. It doesn't hurt enough to require painkillers, but it feels like there's a 10lb weight sitting on my face. I had a hard time sleeping last night because the feeling is so irritating. I messed around with it a little, and now there's this tiny bump you can feel when you touch it, and if you look really closely, you can see a slight protrusion. I know it should stay tender for a while, but did yours fade away completely? Please tell me more... I'm getting a little worried.
Maria Diaz79 said:I’m constantly breathing through my mouth because my nose is just totally blocked. It clears up for a second here and there, but then it jams right back up. I can't even blow my nose; I just dab at it with some antibiotic ointment. Hopefully, things settle down in a few days. They actually had to break a bone for me, too—today is day four, so I can't really be much help (I'm still pretty swollen). I've stopped using the compresses. Which Dr. Pepsi did you have your surgery with?
At Tony's. Honestly, when it gets really bad, I get so frustrated with the congestion that I just want to grab a Q-tip and gently clean it out, even though my sister strictly forbade me from digging around in there. My doctor mentioned that people who had both aesthetic and functional corrections need to keep things clean, but man, I wish I could just clean it from the inside out. Did you have a deviated septum or something that requires all this cleaning? And what kind of antibiotic ointment are you using?
It’s been 9 days since my surgery and I’m still feeling this throbbing pain right at the base of my nose. It’s a bit red, too, so I’ve been using cold compresses on the area. Can anyone who had nasal bone fractures weigh in? Is this normal? Most of the swelling has gone down elsewhere, so I can't tell if I'm dealing with a localized hematoma or something else.
Maria Diaz79 said:I changed my tampon today. Nothing major, no bleeding at all. I can feel the swelling finally starting to go down. It was such a relief to actually smell my 😉 again.
I know what you mean—it’s like breathing for the first time. Even after eight days, I’m still getting used to breathing through my nose. Sometimes it's mouth breathing, sometimes nose. If it gets clogged, I just clear it myself. Are your senses hitting you that hard too? Honestly, my sense of taste feels totally off right now; everything tastes weird when I eat.
Now those stitches are starting to itch.
Maria Diaz79 said:Thanks, Jerry Torres74. I actually just called an acquaintance who had this surgery, and she told me she couldn't see straight on day two or three. That’s a relief to hear. Did you still have some minor spotting for a few days after yours?
I sneezed pretty hard and felt my nose fill with blood at one point on the first day. Nasal tampons can only soak up so much, so if you were bleeding heavily during the procedure—which seems likely given how swollen you are—the tampons might be full, leaving some leftover blood to leak out. (Don't take my logic as medical advice; it's just my own theory.) Honestly, I don't think you need to worry unless you start heavy bleeding or feel it draining down your throat.
Maria Diaz79 said:Ladies, did you keep using cold compresses on the second day too? I’m getting my stitches removed tomorrow (can't wait), but I feel like everything inside is still super tender. Does the nose bleed once they take the tampons out?
Forgot to mention—there's no harm in keeping the compresses on until they remove the splint. Just make sure to change them frequently and don't leave them on too long, otherwise you might risk a sinus infection.
Laura Castillo7 said:Hey ladies, what kind of tests do I need to get done before surgery?
If you’re going under general anesthesia, expect blood work, an EKG, a urine sample, an internal medicine consult, and so on—someone already mentioned most of that. But if it's just local anesthesia, you really just need basic blood work... much simpler and way cheaper.
Maria Diaz79 said:I’m incredibly swollen (around my nose bridge and eyelids) and I feel like kissing myself on those spots. It’s actually embarrassing to go out in public because I look like a monster. 😍 Ladies, has anyone else dealt with this on day two after surgery?
You know what, don't worry about it too much. Some people feel pain during the procedure, some don't; some people get massive swelling and bruising across their whole face, while others barely notice anything. It seems to be highly individual. The main thing is that you aren't still looking blue after 10 days—from what I can see, that's rare unless someone had much more extensive work done.
Jesse Taylor7, don't stress. Sometimes you just have to laugh at how much of a caricature you look like; you won't look like this forever. On my second day, I actually went to a flower shop near a local farmer's market. I was bundled up in scarves, looking like some sort of wicked mythical creature. My boyfriend had to lead me by the hand because I couldn't see anything in front of me, and the guy at the florist actually started apologizing to me because of all the sniffing. I just laughed and told him, "You're apologizing to me? Have you seen what I look like?" He laughed and said I was right, but added that my nose would end up looking perfect. Later on, I realized I didn't care at all. I don't need a nose to be happy, I was just a bit high on the meds.
Hey ladies, one more thing. Does anyone know the deal with those bandages?
They just took my mold off and didn't put any bandages on me... I also noticed some people are cleaning up with saline and stuff, while others are actually massaging their noses. My doctor told me not to touch anything, but now I'm torn—should I be a good little patient, or should I try some DIY therapy to speed up the healing process?
Sophia Hill22 said:Hey, Jerry Torres74!
I find your posts incredibly helpful. Please keep us posted on your recovery—let us know when you’re feeling up to heading out in public again and any other major updates.
Talking noses is actually pretty cute; I’ve always loved Mary-Louise Parker’s nose—the lead actress from *The Grass*—I wouldn't change it for anything! Besides, it's just standard human anatomy.
I completely agree with you; it gives them so much character. I also think if it’s ever possible to change, it would definitely alter a person's smile.
So, I took the mold off today. My nasal bridge is incredibly swollen; I honestly look like something out of a sci-fi movie right now. They told me the swelling is a bit more intense than what they usually see in their patients, but considering the bleeding and the bone fracture, I guess it makes sense. By the way, after getting the sedative shot in my hip, I started hyperventilating, and then I just broke down crying during the surgery itself. Apparently, even sedatives can't help when you're genuinely terrified. All those posts about potential complications really got to me, so my only thought before the procedure was worrying about everything going wrong... I've always been a bit of a worrier, so I shouldn't be surprised, but I still feel a little uneasy. On the bright side, my nose looks great from the front—it looks almost exactly like how it did when I was a kid. The profile isn't quite there yet; the tip sticks out a bit, but I'll chalk that up to the swelling. Now, I'm just counting down the minutes until my partner sees me...
Hey everyone... I had my rhinoplasty last week. First off, thanks for all the info you share here; it really helped me realize that I’m just a regular person getting cosmetic surgery and that everyone makes it through 🙂. For those still on the fence, I want to share my experience. Regarding the decision on which surgeon to pick, I agree with what one girl said about the importance of getting multiple consultations. Assuming the surgeon is highly skilled, the real key is finding someone who actually understands what *you* want. Since everyone perceives beauty differently, I think that's why some people end up unhappy with their results. To put it bluntly, maybe they just weren't on the same page. It’s tough to choose because online forums always have a mix of glowing reviews and bitter complaints for the exact same doctor. My main criterion, besides him being an ENT, was finding that "click" during the consultation. First, I saw Dr. Ostojic. He’s a very prominent guy—clearly brilliant and extremely polite, providing tons of information. My goal was simply to remove the hump on my profile and make it smaller without changing my front view too much. At first, he agreed, but then he started suggesting other things... like cutting the muscle between my nose and lip because apparently, my nose "talks to me" or whatever. (I noticed later that most people operated on by him had this done, which is weird—apparently, we all need it. Looking at Instagram, I see plenty of beautiful girls whose noses "talk to them," which I never even realized before). I didn't vibe with that, so we looked at photos of his previous work instead. While looking at the photos, he started explaining the elements of a "perfect" nose 😳like how it should look like a perfect triangle, or how the tip to the upper lip should be at a right angle, and so on. Look, the guy is a perfectionist, which isn't bad, but I don't want a "perfect" nose. Also, commenting on one photo, he mentioned there wasn't much to fix there. He probably sees plenty of noses that even a plastic surgeon can't improve. The clincher was when he commented on a certain nose, saying he wasn't happy with the result because while it wasn't a "pretty" nose, the patient insisted on keeping her original shape. I had a second consultation with Dr. Tony. Even though the talk was brief, I felt like he truly understood me. I liked that he wasn't overly sweet or acting like a servant. I'm having my cast removed tomorrow, so we'll see if my theory holds up. Anyway, the surgery was done under local anesthesia. I felt the injections in my nose—it hurt like hell. Then came the bone breaking; I remember tears starting to flow. It wasn't pleasant, but I prepared myself mentally. Some people feel nothing, and some... well, some feel everything. After the surgery, I got home and was totally mobile—cooking, eating lunch, etc. I wasn't in pain and had no bruising. On the second day, I had some minor bruising, but otherwise, everything was great, except sneezing was a nightmare; it happened almost every half hour. As for removing the packing, I prepared for that too—it feels like someone is pulling something out of your brain. Again, it didn't hurt, just felt awkward, but I guess that's individual. So, to everyone still undecided: don't be afraid. While you should listen to others' experiences, let your final decision be guided by your own gut feeling. I want to be clear: I'm not trying to praise Dr. Tony or trash Dr. Ostojic. Regarding Dr. Ostojic, I still get the impression he is a top-tier expert; I just believe that during our first meeting, he had one vision in his head and I had another. Right now, reading your posts, my biggest worry is whether I'll get bumps, cartilage growths, or breathing issues, but hopefully, everything will be fine. Cheers everyone, and sorry for the long-winded rant...