Exposed nasal cartilage. How does this happen? Will I require surgery?

October 28, 2017
Asked By:amiriam1019 in Brooklyn, NY

I think I have a deviated septum but I haven’t had surgery. Today I noticed, that what I thought was a scar or a scab is actually exposed cartilage. I plan on making an appointment asap but how does this happen? Will I require surgery?

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November 1, 2017

Answer: Exposed Septal Cartilage

November 1, 2017

Answer: Exposed Septal Cartilage

October 30, 2017

Answer: Exposed cartilage

October 30, 2017

Answer: Exposed cartilage

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