Can Hitting Your Nose Lighlty Cause a Broken Nose/permanent Change in Shape?

Dear heyman,


If you are prone to blackheads and you have squeezed them enough to get an infection, you should really see an aesthetician who can help you clean your pores

The distorted shape of your nose is likely related to the infection you, but to be sure, you should visit a specialist to evaluate you if you are concerned

If you did not have a bloody nose, then you likely did not break it


Best regards,

Nima Shemirani
 

Minor trauma to the nose will not cause any permanent problems. Swelling is usually gone a few days unless you continue to picket the skin which only aggravates the problem.

The risk of a broken nose is usually related to the severity of the injury. With that said, even a mild injury can break and distort a person's nose. If you think your nose is broken, or if the shape appears to have changed, you should consult with an ENT/ Facial Plastic Surgeon immediately. In the first two weeks, there are straight-forward, minimally invasive options to straighten a broken nose. Beyond two weeks, a rhinoplasty is typically required to remedy a broken nose. I hope this information is helpful.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS