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Noticed a hump on nose bridge made of bone. Does this grow in time? (Photo)

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bibin079Apr 27, 2015
Can't notice normally while seeing but I can feel when I check with my hands. I have a medical examination next month, A very strict on of Indian Air force. Would this be a problem? Or this nose bump cause me any problem? Does this grow in time ?

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Dr. William Portuese, MD
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Dr. Wafik A. Hanna, MD (retired)
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