Can the bump on my nose bridge caused by injury go away over time? (Photo)

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Four weeks ago I fell and hit my nose against a wall. My nose swelled up immediately, and looked like it was pushed to my left side, and the bridge of my nose swollen. I went to A&E who said my nose was not fractured. Now my nose looks and feels straight but there is a hard, bony bump on the bridge of my nose, which extends to the left side of my nose where my nose initially looked like it had been pushed to (not there before). Is this hard bony bump callus formation, will it go down over time?

Lucian Ion, FRCS · Answer

The photographs immediately after surgery and one month after surgery  appear to be mirrored based on the position of the chickenpox scars on the forehead. If you flip either of them the deviation is in the same direction and most likely reflects a small fracture that involved only the top of the  bridge. It is not likely to settle on its own but can be camouflaged with filler if you find this is necessary.Surgery can also contribute to correct it.

Charles East, MBBS, FRCS · Answer

After a nose injury, it is quite common to develop swelling and irregularities. These are normally settling with time. At the moment, you are at early stage to define if the damage requires surgery. Wait a little longer and if you do not see improvements, I advise you to consult an ENT rhinoplasty specialist who can also assess your breathing issues if you develop any. Best of luck.

Adam Bryce Weinfeld, MD · Answer

It is certainly possible that the bump to your nose will go away with time, although this can take many months for your body to fully recover.  If it does not go away on its own, I encourage you to follow up with a plastic surgeon as further intervention may be indicated.  Best of luck.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

This is a situation we commonly see. Trauma to the nose leaving a bump even with a normal x Ray. The bump can be removed at some point if it dies not resolve. I would give it about six months before going ahead with surgery.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Fantastic231925,
if you didn't have a fracture, then you won't have callus. Your bump can be caused by hematoma and it will probably disappear with time. If it doesn't I suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon and ask for treatment options. 
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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