How to Reduce Swelling After Revision Rhinoplasty
The most important objective in revision rhinoplasty is a natural looking nose. Revision rhinoplasty is performed to correct breathing problems, control allergy symptoms and correct the cosmetic appearance of the nose after a previous surgery. Swelling may be major following corrective revision rhinoplasty, but it can be controlled.
Items Needed:
- Arnica montana
- Backrest
- Bromelain
- Ibuprofen
- Ice
- Plastic sandwich or freezer bag
- Recliner
- Several pillows
- Soft cloth
- Utilize a backrest that is normally for the purpose of reading in bed to elevate the head, while awake. Elevating the head increases blood flow and reduces swelling in the nose region.
- Recline the head slightly in a reclining chair for rest and sleep.
- Position the head on several pillows when sleeping in a bed.
- Follow the surgeon’s orders and rest adequately during the healing process.
- Place ice in a plastic sandwich or freezer bag, then wrap the bag in a soft cloth.
- Apply the icepack to the nose region for 20 minutes and then remove for 40 minutes.
- Alternate the time the icepack is applied throughout the day to reduce the swelling from surgery.
- Take ibuprofen according to physician’s directions to reduce the swelling.
- Opt for a homeopathic herb, such as arnica montana or bromelain to reduce the swelling. Both herbs have anti-inflammatory effects, when taken a few days pre-surgery and a few days after surgery.
- Watch small children closely, as toddlers may rear back and bump the nose with a head or hit the face with a toy.
- Explain to the child the danger of hitting someone in the face after nose surgery.