I have just recently noticed that I appear to have enlarged cartilage on my right nostril creating an odd, disc like appearance. Looking through old photographs, I appear to have had the problem for at least a year. However, it appears to have gotten significantly worse in recent weeks. I haven't had any surgery of any type. Wondering what the procedure - if anything - would be to get it reduced?
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It is unlikely a Biore strip can cause any significant damage to the nose. At 21 days post op, you will still be experiencing swelling. Swelling can persist for a while, and the final result of surgery is not evident for 18-24 months following your procedure. I would recommend following up with...
Swelling is rarely symmetric, and in thicker skinned patients such as yourself I would wait another year before making any decisions on revisions. You result as it is now is good. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
It is possible that the bump has just resulted from soft tissue injury which should improve dramatically over the first month. However, it is also possible that you have a fracture of your nasal bones which would typically need to be dealt with in the first two weeks to avoid a more complicated...
