I developed a hard white bump on my right side 6 months after rhinoplasty. Is this nasal tip bossae? (photo)

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I developed a hard white bump on my right side 6 months after rhinoplasty. I later developed the same hard white bump on my left side. These bumps are becoming more visible. They are particularly noticeable after exercising. Are these Bossae? Is it true that they will continue to get worse? How difficult is it to correct? Are there any surgeons in the NJ/NY/PA area that specialize in this type of complication?

Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,I would recommend following up with your surgeon as your nose heals to ensure the best outcome.

Hagen Schumacher, PhD, FRCS(Plast), FEBOPRAS · Answer

Hello,
These bumps are probably the cartilage domes of your nose becoming more visible as the swelling goes down. Unless they are causing problems, they are normal and nothing needs to be done.

I developed a hard white bump on my right side 6 months after rhinoplasty. Is this nasal tip bossae? (photo)

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