Can accidentally hitting the nose bridge cause a permanent shape change?

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I already have a fractured part on the left side of my nose bridge with a little pump next to it YEARS AGO, which makes me feel that I might be less immune to nose hits. TODAY, I got an accidental elbow hit and it was painful but the pain was gone quickly and there was no bleeding. I wonder if that might be cussing any shape change and if I need to see a doctor?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

When people sustain nasal trauma. If there is nose bleeding and purple bruising under the eyes, that typically results in a nasal fracture. A trauma like you're referring to probably didn't break your nose. If there is a change in the appearance of your nose, please consider meeting with a reputable nasal specialist. Thank you for your question. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Trauma to the nose can cause a variety of issues, such as a displaced nasal fracture, a non-displaced nasal fracture, a deviated nasal septum, and a dislocation of the upper lateral cartridges off of the nasal bone. A thorough internal and external examination is going to be required to make a determination about how to proceed.

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Can accidentally hitting the nose bridge cause a permanent shape change?

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