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What not to do after rhinoplasty?

 

Your surgeon may advise you to refrain from doing the following to reduce the likelihood of postoperative complications like bleeding and swelling and to promote a smooth recovery.

 

  1. EXERCISES OF GREAT DIFFICULTY

 

Your doctor will tell you to stay away from the gym for at least a couple of weeks after surgery. Weightlifting, running, jogging, aerobics, and high-impact walking are all activities to be avoided. Physical activities that put pressure on the nose, like tugging, bending, and pushing, should be avoided during the first two weeks after rhinoplasty. By week three, most patients have recovered sufficiently to begin engaging in light physical activity again. However, you should not do anything unless your plastic surgeon gives the all clear. It is recommended that you refrain from swimming for around 6 weeks after rhinoplasty. The nose cast, once applied, must be kept dry until it can be removed. You should take a break from contact sports like basketball for four to six months.

 

  1. ACTIVITIES OF A SEXUAL NATURE

 

It may seem strange, but many rhinoplasty doctors recommend limiting sexual activity for at least three weeks after surgery. However, gentle walks about the house can help prevent potentially life-threatening blood clots.

 

  1. NOSE-BLOWING

 

When you have a cold, the flu, or allergies, you will need to blow your nose frequently. Patients who have recently undergone rhinoplasty should avoid close contact with anyone who may be unwell, and should wash their hands frequently. The ability to quickly and easily eliminate germs from one’s immediate surroundings may make some patients more at ease with the idea of carrying hand sanitizer around with them. Protect yourself from getting sick in the weeks following surgery by taking extra precautions.

 

  1. Using a Shower

 

You must avoid getting the cast on your nose wet until it is removed (about a week after surgery). Because of this, you shouldn’t get wet. In any case, you can wash the rest of your body and wipe your face down with a damp cloth. Maintain a dry nasal region by whatever means you choose to clean it.

 

  1. SPECTACLES

 

During the healing period following rhinoplasty, you will not be able to use your glasses. Your glasses sit on your nasal bridge, which is a delicate area due to the effects of aging on the soft tissues and cartilage there. If that’s the case, you might want to give contact lenses a shot.

 

  1. SUNBATHING

 

Do you feel the need for some sun? No, not if you’ve had rhinoplasty (nose job). If you’ve recently had surgery on your nose, keeping it out of the sun can prevent discoloration and other issues. While you’re healing from surgery, it’s important to keep the surgical area out of the sun by using a broad-spectrum sunscreen and staying covered up.

 

  1. USE OF TOBACCO OR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

 

Smoking and drinking are two behaviors that most doctors would consider dangerous for people recovering from surgery. Scientists have long known that the nicotine in cigarettes reduces blood flow, preventing the body from mending properly. However, drinking reduces the effectiveness of drugs and causes blood to thin, increasing the risk of severe bleeding. You should avoid these things for at least three weeks following rhinoplasty.

 

  1. CONTACT WITH THE NOSE (BUMPING IT, TOUCHING IT, ETC.)

 

After undergoing rhinoplasty, people understandably want to know how their nose looks and feels. Yet, while your nose is mending, you shouldn’t touch it, probe it, or lift the skin. This could cause pain, misalign the nasal tissues, or possibly ruin the effects of the rhinoplasty. It’s crucial that you avoid putting any unnecessary stress on or injuring the surgical region.

 

  1. PUTTING ON COSMETICS

 

Some patients, particularly women, may feel the urge to conceal the appearance of bruising around the nose and eyes by applying cosmetics. In the weeks following rhinoplasty, when you need to rest and recuperate the most, put away your cosmetics. Putting on makeup when your skin is still healing can cause further problems and increase your risk of infection.

 

Do and don’ts after nose surgery?

 

Don’t do this:

Perform any intense activities for at least two weeks after surgery. It’s best to avoid contact sports and other activities that could harm your nose for at least a few months. Ignore the presence of any postoperative problems or infection.

 

Can I mess up my rhinoplasty?

It will hurt, and there’s a chance you’ll end up damaging your bones or cartilage or ruining your progress. Do not engage in the following if you want to preserve your nose’s shape: High-impact activities include any physical activity.

 

How long is careful after rhinoplasty?

Continued reduction in edema is occurring. The recovery time for rhinoplasty is standard for any surgical procedure. A full three months (or 100 days) is required, but that doesn’t mean you can’t start seeing results after just a few short weeks.

 

Can I touch my nose 3 weeks after rhinoplasty?

 

For the first two weeks after surgery, or unless instructed otherwise by Dr. Sheffield, patients should take special care to avoid exerting any pressure on their nose, including even touching the nose. They shouldn’t touch their nose, let alone blow it or put anything on it. The patient must stay in this position until additional advice is given by Dr. Sheffield. To avoid any discomfort, the person should avoid touching their nose, not blowing their nose too hard, and not touching their nose at all.

 

Learn more about rhinoplasty, check out What to expect 3 weeks after rhinoplasty?

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