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Cartilage sticking out 5 month after rhinoplasty. (Photos)

Rossana67Jul 16, 2017
I got a nose job done (without breaking bone) end of January and I was really happy with results. But less than 2 month ago I started noticing a little pump or cartilage sticking out. You can hardly see it but I already know is there. Could it be because I started wearing glasses one month after? Will it get better with time or will I need another surgery? Will massaging my nose help?

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Michael M. Omidi, MD, FACS

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