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Asymmetrical nostrils after Mohs? (Photo)

daisy3394Dec 30, 2014
29 year old female. Mohs procedure to remove 3 mm BCC on middle left side of nose. Simple closure but still opted to have plastic surgeon do it. Received 2 internal stitches and 5 external stitches. My concern is my nostrils are now asymmetrical. The Dr. was little help insisted he couldn't see difference. Pic taken 12 hours after surgery. Bandage not on tight so not pulling anything. Is this asymmetry just temporary swelling or could stitching have been done incorrectly and will heal like this?

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