Steroid atrophy nose now has a strange contour. How can I fix this? (Photo)

May 19, 2023
Asked By:maysale12 in West Palm Beach, Florida

Hello, I’m currently 16 months post up from a primary rhinoplasty. I had a follow up about a month ago and the Dr. Me with my 6th steroid shot in effort to soften scar tissue. My skin is now thinner on one side creating contours and shadowing. I was told this is normal and with time it will get better, unfortunately, it’s getting worse. Will this get better with time? How can I fix?

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Answers (3)

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Answer: Rhinoplasty

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Answer: Revision rhinoplasty

Selcuk Inanli, MDFacial Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Revision rhinoplasty

Selcuk Inanli, MDFacial Plastic Surgeon
May 20, 2023

Answer: Indentations after steroid injections may get better on their own with time.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
May 20, 2023

Answer: Indentations after steroid injections may get better on their own with time.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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