Is it ok for cartilage to "pop" in the nose?

February 5, 2015
Asked By:Rebecca Chambers in Seattle, WA

My right hand lower lateral cartilage makes a popping noise and slightly shifts about at times, is this a normal phenomenon or does it mean a ligament has broken or weakened?

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March 26, 2018

Answer: Clicking or popping in the nasal tip may be "normal", provided your airway is patent, and your nose appears pleasing.

March 26, 2018

Answer: Clicking or popping in the nasal tip may be "normal", provided your airway is patent, and your nose appears pleasing.

November 21, 2017

Answer: Cartilage "Popping" in the Nose

November 21, 2017

Answer: Cartilage "Popping" in the Nose

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