Can a punch in my nose distort it permanently?

November 3, 2016
Asked By:negnegk in New York, NY

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?

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November 14, 2016

Answer: Nasal deformity...

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Answer: Nasal deformity...

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November 4, 2016

Answer: Nasal evaluation

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November 4, 2016

Answer: Nasal evaluation

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 4, 2016

Answer: Signs of a nasal fracture include nasal bleeding, nasal swelling, eyelid bruising, and a possible change in nasal appearance.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
November 4, 2016

Answer: Signs of a nasal fracture include nasal bleeding, nasal swelling, eyelid bruising, and a possible change in nasal appearance.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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November 4, 2016

Answer: Noses hurt.

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November 4, 2016

Answer: Noses hurt.

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November 3, 2016

Answer: Nasal injury

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November 3, 2016

Answer: Nasal injury

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