I had Rhinoplasty with rib cartilage. Hard bumps have formed on the inside of my nose. Will this resolve on its own? (photo)

February 10, 2016
Asked By:Beachgirl26 in Redondo Beach, CA

The bumps are hard & larger on one side then the other but, are on both sides on the top insides of my nostrils and lower on one side. The Dr. mentioned shooting them with kenalog if they don't resolve on there own. Does this sound right ? I've never seen or heard of this complication. Would nose cones be a good idea to use? I'm very concerned about the bumps they look embarrassing. Also, the stiches on the side where the bigger bump is do not seem stiched as well as the other side. Any advice?

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