Infection is a relatively uncommon but possible complication after any surgery, including rhinoplasty. Early signs include increasing redness, warmth, swelling that worsens rather than improves after the first few days, discharge, fever, or increasing pain rather than gradual improvement.
If caught early, infection is typically well-managed with oral antibiotics. More significant infections may require additional intervention, such as drainage. This is exactly why prompt communication matters — reaching out to your coordinator as soon as you notice any of these signs, rather than waiting to see if it resolves on its own, generally leads to faster, simpler treatment.
Consultation Tip
Save a clear description of infection warning signs somewhere easy to reference during recovery — knowing exactly what to watch for removes guesswork if something feels off.
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— Dr. Hyung-taek Kim, KOWON Plastic Surgery