Is Steroid Injection Optimal for Reducing Very Minor Bone Callus on Nasal Bridge After Injury?

Injection of a steroid such as Kenalog is a great way to help reduce swelling following rhinoplasty surgery. When combined with 5-Flourouracil, it can also help soften and possibly reduce scar tissue that is present from other surgeries. However, I would not recommend using a steroid to reduce the appearance of a bone callus on the bridge. This is something that needs to be addressed by an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon. From here, I would recommend an in-person exam by board certified specialist. He/she will be able to address your needs and recommend some options for you. Thank you, and I wish you the best of luck!

Hi yacosta0361-

Steroid injection to the nasal bridge after a recent injury is probably not a good idea.  A case could be made for an injection If the bump persists several weeks (months) after the injury.  An experienced rhinoplasty surgeon will be able to advise you. Good luck. 

Dr. K

 

Steroid injections will probably not be the best way to treat this issue.

 

My suggestion would be to see a doctor that specializes in Rhinoplasty and let he/she evaluate.

 

Feel free to send me pics and I will review. 

Dear yacosta0361,

Unfortunately, steroid injections do not take down bone calluses

They actually thin the skin and soft tissue, probably making the bump worse

See a rhinoplasty specialist if it bothers you to explore your options

Best regards,

Nima Shemirani

No. Steroids will not reduce the bone content in this case it sounds and I would make sure you see a qualified nose surgeon before you consider this. Usually we use steroid for scars that are thick and we want to soften them or deter their formation.