What is the hard bump on the side of my nose? (Photo)

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It’s almost been 6 months since I had a septo rhinoplasty and I’ve developed a hard lump on the side of my bridge, right before my tip starts . I’m a bit worried as I developed a terrible cough 4 weeks post op, and my coughing was bad . I’m wondering if that could have something to do with this ? Hopefully not !

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.It is unlikely that the cough is related to the swelling. It would be more appropriate to talk to your surgeon about the swelling in your nose.If you can provide photos with better lighting, from the side of your face and 1 meter away I would be able to make a proper evaluation. It would be more convenient to decide with face-to-face consultation. Best regards!

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hi there! Great question and photos. It's hard to say whether the coughing fit had anything to do with the development of the bump. The good news is that at 6 months, your nose is still healing. For areas like this, I often try steroid injections, compression, and nightly taping. If the area doesn't resolve and it's still bothersome, it may require some form of a minor nasal revision procedure to correct. I would re-visit with your surgeon to express your concerns. Hopefully, it's not a big deal!

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