Is this dorsal hump permanent? (Photo)

Question

A couple of days ago my nose got hit very hard and I heard a crack. I immediately got a nose bleed from both nostrils, but it wasn't very heavy and stopped after a few minutes. However, now I have a dorsal hump on my nose bridge. I wanted to know if this is permanent or if it will go away and whether or not I have a broken nose. See photos for before and after.

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question
As far as I can understand from your question
First of all, I recommend a detailed examination by an Ent doctor and, if necessary, a CT scan. 
It would be better face to face consultation
Best Regards!

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Hi, It is better for you to consult with your facial plastic surgeon who can examine you and give you opinion based on examination. It seems to be permanent if swelling has gone already.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. If this trauma just happened then this could be just due to swelling. However, you should definitely be fully evaluated. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

If you fell, hit the nose and heard a crack the most likely you have a broken bone.  Your photographs are consistent with that.  It will be permanent and you will need surgical correction to remove it.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Since you heard a crack, and had a nosebleed, you likely broke your nose. Since there is an acute change, this could just be swelling of the lining of the bone, and it may completely disappear. Best to seek advice from a reputable nasal specialist. I hope this helps and thank you for your question. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Is this dorsal hump permanent? (Photo)

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Answer: Surgical correction

Answer: Surgical correction

Answer: Your post-traumatic bump may disappear.

Answer: Your post-traumatic bump may disappear.

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Is this dorsal hump permanent? (Photo)

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Answer: Surgical correction

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Answer: Your post-traumatic bump may disappear.

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