“How do I reduce the swelling in my nose after rhinoplasty?”
I had rhinoplasty 4 days ago. My nose is badly swollen. How do I reduce the swelling in my nose after rhinoplasty?
1 Answer
Postoperative day 3 is usually the worst swelling. To decrease the swelling you want to sleep with your head elevated (keeping your head above the level of your heart helps the swelling resolve), apply ice to your cheeks (but don't get the cast wet), drink plenty of fluids, and avoid prepared foods/salt. Some surgeons prescribe a course of steroids after the surgery to help, but swelling for the first few weeks is very normal.
