What is this growth inside my nostril? (photo)

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I have a growth inside my nostril. It is red. It's been there for a couple of months. When I used to scratch it it would bleed for a long time and then stop. The growth has since gotten bigger. What is it and how can I get rid of it?

James Bonaparte, MD, MSc, FRCSC · Answer

Hello, Looks like one of a few things, a Pyogenic Granuloma (benign but should be treated) a vascular malformation (again benign). However anytime you see a growth you should see a physician. The odds are it is nothing worrysome, however only a real in person examination can prove this.

Christopher Khorsandi, MD · Answer

It is likely to be some sort of vascular growth, I would recommend seeing a plastic surgeon in your area to remove the mass.  Pathology examination may be needed to get a final diagnosis.

Jeremy B. White, MD · Answer

It sounds like this is a very vascular lesion that is likely benign. Either way, you should seek consultation with a plastic surgeon or ENT and have it removed so that you can be sure of the diagnosis and be rid of this problem once and for all.

What is this growth inside my nostril? (photo)

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