Is this lump on my nose a likely cartilage overgrowth? I was told it was and I’d need a total rhinoplasty to fix it. (photos)

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I have a bump/lump on the side of my nose, that an ENT doctor said is most likely a cartilage deformation. How common is this?I had noticed the lump on the right side of my nose last year, and so far doesn’t appear to be growing. However, it tends to itch and burn horribly. I tried squeezing it thinking it was acne, but it is not nor has it ever been inflamed. My question is, if it is a cartilage overgrowth, couldn’t it just be shaved off?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

It appears  your tip cartilages are formed differently. There’s no way of know what caused it. It’s up to you if you wanted something done to correct it realizing that it is a difficult and unpredictable job.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear JonnJohns,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like you would benefit from rhinoplasty. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

If it has been evaluated and found to be just cartilage overgrowth over time then the cartilage can be excised under local anesthesia to improve the bulge like shape. 
Nose can change over time and cartilages can change as well. 
Regards
Dr. J

Gurkan Kayabasoglu, MD · Answer

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Is this lump on my nose a likely cartilage overgrowth? I was told it was and I’d need a total rhinoplasty to fix it. (photos)

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