Soon after my rhinoplasty I noticed (through feeling) a small bump on the right side of my bridge. As the weeks go on it appears to be growing in size, I'm assuming this may just appear larger as the swelling goes down. Also, the area below looks dented. However, if I push on this area the bump, while very firm, will temporarily flatten out. It is sore to the touch, and it's just getting worse over time, appearance wise. I've uploaded a photo. My doctor says I have to let things settle.
March 14, 2011
Answer: Bump on Bridge of Nose After Rhinoplasty
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March 14, 2011
Answer: Bump on Bridge of Nose After Rhinoplasty
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Answer: Could be bone, could be asymmetric swelling I agree with your surgeon: unfortunately we have to let things settle for a few months before we can judge more closely. Swelling lasts for a long time and sometimes occurs asymmetrically. A lot of these things will settle with time and not be visible or bothersome long term. This high in the nose, it is likely it was an area of bone. We normally rasp this down during surgery, and it's possible it looked good at the time of surgery. If it doesn't go back down in 6 months, then it's time to consider whether it was an area of bone that was not rasped down all the way or if there is anything else that can be done.
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Answer: Could be bone, could be asymmetric swelling I agree with your surgeon: unfortunately we have to let things settle for a few months before we can judge more closely. Swelling lasts for a long time and sometimes occurs asymmetrically. A lot of these things will settle with time and not be visible or bothersome long term. This high in the nose, it is likely it was an area of bone. We normally rasp this down during surgery, and it's possible it looked good at the time of surgery. If it doesn't go back down in 6 months, then it's time to consider whether it was an area of bone that was not rasped down all the way or if there is anything else that can be done.
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