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Two years post rhinoplasty - Non surgical options to reduce columella lump?

Neat783413Feb 26, 2026

I had a rhinoplasty two years ago and have developed a lump on my columella - I’m unsure if this is scar tissue or cartiledge. I’m interested to know if there‘s anything that can be done to reduce the lump without undergoing revision surgery.

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