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I had rhinoplasty, then a revision to remove internal scar tissue which created a small bump which has returned (Photo)

July 4, 2023
Asked By:sarahdonato in Melbourne, AU

The bump is preset on some days and not on others and can be massaged out. I did have Cortizone shots, which helped, but I was wondering if there is anything else I can attempt? Will fibroblast assist to tighten?

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Answer: Swelling of the supratip area after rhinoplasty is typically treated with steroid injections.

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Answer: Swelling of the supratip area after rhinoplasty is typically treated with steroid injections.

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