Instructions for care after rhinoplasty surgery

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Possible symptoms after surgery Appearance of mild pain Swelling, swelling around the nose - eyes, difficulty breathing through the nose May appear bruising in the surgical area from 2 to 3 weeks Increased nasal discharge mild throat

Care after rhinoplasty surgery Do not scratch, bump or press on the newly operated area because it can cause bleeding, hematoma Use antibiotics, pain relievers, anti-edema, anti-scar drugs... Doctor's orders Change the dressing within 24 hours of surgery Rest completely 1-2 days after surgery Apply ice for the first 2 days after surgery to help reduce swelling. Should cover the ice with a clean towel to avoid the ice from burning the skin. From the 4th day onward, apply warm compresses to reduce swelling and bruising. Gargle mouth and throat every 2 hours with a ready-made solution (Betadine, Eludril...) Cut thread within 6-7 days after surgery No automatic remove the splint and bandage on the surgical area Clean the incision and nose area with clean gauze and distilled water, apply ointment twice a day (morning and evening) The bruise will improve gradually in about 2 weeks. Remember to wear a hat or apply sunscreen on the bruises to avoid the formation of melasma caused by direct sunlight on the skin. Wipe your face with a soft towel until the thread is cut. After cutting the sutures, you can apply normal makeup. You can wash your hair and shower immediately after the surgery, but avoid letting water come into contact with the surgical area. Abstain from foods that cause keloids such as water spinach; abstain from foods that easily cause itching and festering such as chicken, seafood, sticky foods, fishy foods...; abstain from foods that affect skin pigmentation such as eggs, beef; abstain from eating hot and spicy foods; do not use stimulants (beer, alcohol, tobacco, coffee...) because these foods prolong the wound healing process and increase the risk of infection. Do not go to the sauna for at least 4 weeks after surgery Do not wear glasses, do not exercise for at least 4 weeks after surgery

Contact Vinmec immediately if you experience pain, swelling or heavy bleeding within 24 hours after surgery.
Hotline: 024.3974.3556
Plastic Surgery Center - Vinmec Times City International Hospital