So 3 days ago I was cleaning the toilet when the toilet seat came down and hit the bridge of my nose directly. I've been icing it ever since but it cut me and the swelling is still there and I'm getting headaches on the front of my head and on the side . Also, when I press on the left and right side on the bridge of my nose or around the area I don't feel any pain... should I be worried?!
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Dear Gee12,I am sorry you are having difficulty with your nose. Because it has been 2 1/2 years, it does not seem likely that the discoloration will go away on its own. You may benefit from skin treatments such as lasers. When you are ready, we can set up in-person evaluation to better answer ...
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It's normal for nostrils to be asymmetric. One can make them a little more symmetrical by performing alar rim reduction. This procedure does not take long. There is very little discomfort. Pain is minimal. For more information please watch the...
The bone you feel may be secondary to the lateral osteotomy performed to narrow your nasal bridge. As the bones are moved medially, the top of the bone may jut out in whats known as a rocker bottom deformity. Sometimes if identified early this can be corrected in the office. Otherwise, one sh...
