I got punched in my nose 2 days ago. It didn't bleed or anything, and when I touched it, I just felt a very minor pain. It seems swollen however, and does not look like the way it used to look. Will it look misshapen and swollen for the rest of my life even if I don't think it's broken or fractured?
November 4, 2016
Answer: Noses hurt. A punch in a nose can hurt like heck. Bruising and swelling are almost always a consequence, and if there is indeed a fracture, it can be hairline, or truly displaced. This can generally be determined with a physical examination by a board certified or board eligible plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon. ER docs will generally go straight to ordering an x-ray, which can almost always be avoided. If displaced, there will most likely be a resultant deformity. If not, you will probably be ok. Get seen. Put your mind at ease. Good luck.
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November 4, 2016
Answer: Noses hurt. A punch in a nose can hurt like heck. Bruising and swelling are almost always a consequence, and if there is indeed a fracture, it can be hairline, or truly displaced. This can generally be determined with a physical examination by a board certified or board eligible plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon. ER docs will generally go straight to ordering an x-ray, which can almost always be avoided. If displaced, there will most likely be a resultant deformity. If not, you will probably be ok. Get seen. Put your mind at ease. Good luck.
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November 3, 2016
Answer: Nasal injury It is difficult to tell if you have fractured your nose without an exam. However, since your nose didn't bleed and you have no bruising, it is possible you are experiencing temporary swelling from the trauma. This should resolve with time. If you do not note improvement, I recommend you schedule an appointment with a plastic surgeon for further evaluation.
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November 3, 2016
Answer: Nasal injury It is difficult to tell if you have fractured your nose without an exam. However, since your nose didn't bleed and you have no bruising, it is possible you are experiencing temporary swelling from the trauma. This should resolve with time. If you do not note improvement, I recommend you schedule an appointment with a plastic surgeon for further evaluation.
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