What to Expect after Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)?

General anesthesia can sometimes cause generalized body soreness and fatigue for a couple of days.
Maximum discomfort will occur in the first few days after surgery and gradually improve.
You will not be allowed to engage in any significant exercise (e.g. running, lifting weights) for 3 weeks.
You will need to use nasal rinses to clear congestion and ice-packs after surgery to decrease swelling.
You will wear a splint over your nose for 1 week.
You may experience temporary bruising, swelling, numbness, or a burning sensation involving your nose; bruising and swelling takes several weeks to improve; numbness takes a couple months to normalize.
Scars may be red and firm for approximately 6 months before they soften and fade.