Knots or Bumps on Bone Where Nose Was Broken During Septoplasty- Will They Go Down?
January 5, 2012
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I recently had septoplasty to correct my deviated septum…My procedure was pretty extensive and my nose needed to be broken. I have noticed there are three bumps on the upper part of my nose near my eyes. One on the front and one on each side. It’s clear these are a result of my nose being broken. It’s been just a couple weeks…but since these are bone will they reduce in size? I also feel a weird sensation from them at times…
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The majority of septoplasties can be done with incisions hidden inside the nose. Certain types of crooked septums, particularly those where the deviation is close to the from at the nostrils, are sometimes done with a standard external rhinoplasty incision in order to maximize the chances...
While it's not typical to leave nasal splints in the nose permanently, it sounds like something isn't quite right with your nose. A thorough examination with an otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose Throat) should help you figure out what exactly is going on.
I have never heard of using liquid parafin after septoplasty. I instruct my patients to rinse their nasal cavity with saline water - purchased over the counter. Parafinoma a granuloma caused after parafin is injected under the skin will not occur in your case as you are not injectng...