One side of nose lost its shape. What's causing this, and can it be fixed? (Photo)

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One side of my nose has lost its shape and is drooping...I also have developed a diagonal raised bit on my nose which is making it appear disfigured but I think that is also from where the right side has started to droop. I have a hole in my septum but I don't think its big enough to cause such a change but I could be wrong. I feel pressure in my nose as well. What could be causing this? And can it be fixed? The right nostril feels very flimsy in comparison the the left.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

I need to examine your nose to give you a valid accurate answer. Otherwise, I would be guessing. See a rhinoplasty surgeon for an evaluation.

Marcelo Ghersi, MD · Answer

Hello. Sounds like you have lots of detailed and complex questions. Maybe you've had nasal surgery in the past? In order to get answers to these types of questions, you will have to have your nose examined and evaluated by a rhinoplasty specialist.

Curtis Perry, MD · Answer

To answer this question I would need to have a complete history and do a thorough internal and external examination. You need a consultation with  a surgeon experienced in nasal conditions and nasal. surgery

Somyos Kunachak, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi jas_986,Since the photos does not clearly show your nose profile, and since we do not have a complete history, we cannot give a definite assessment for your nose, however, I am quite certain that the "hole" in your septum has nothing to do with the changes in the physical profile of your nose.

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

My first question is whether or not you've had previous surgery. It does appear wide and slightly asymmetrical but it is rare for a nose to change shape in a younger person like yourself. I would like to see a full set of pictures as described on my website. The best way for me to answer your question would be to examine you if that is possible.

One side of nose lost its shape. What's causing this, and can it be fixed? (Photo)

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One side of nose lost its shape. What's causing this, and can it be fixed? (Photo)

Answers (5)

Answer: Nose Changes

Answer: Nose Changes

Answer: Concerned re Nasal Shape

Answer: Concerned re Nasal Shape

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