Bump on bridge of nose- 4 weeks post op. Any suggestions? (photos)

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I had a rhinoplasty almost 4 weeks ago, and just a few days ago I noticed a small bump on the bridge of my nose towards the top. I'm pretty sure it wasn't there to begin with. I am well aware that it takes up to a year for swelling to dissapear and that I am in the very beginning of the healing process. However, this little bump that I can feel is making me crazy and really scared. If this bump doesn't go away, what are the options? Revision rhinoplasty is absolutely not an answer for me.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

4 weeks is relatively early to worry about a final result, but depending on what was done, this might be a part of the nasal bones.  Be sure to discuss with your own surgeon about how this applies to you, and whether they have any special concerns in your case.

Michael A. Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.I wouldn't be too worried about it at this point.  At the 4 week mark there are often small irregularities as portions of the rhinoplasty heal.  There could be localized swelling or localized scar tissue that will eventually settle down. Bone can also cause small irregularities which usually resolve when the bone is finally healed.If the bump persists as your healing continues, I would talk with your surgeon about options.  If the bump is from scar tissue or localized swelling, you may be a candidate for a small injection of a steroid.  If the bump is from an irregularity in the bone, smoothing this out is pretty straightforward.  Good luck!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Four weeks after rhinoplasty is common to have some imperfections of the nasal dorsum. Healing of the lowered nasal bones is often accompanied by a callous formation that may take months to totally resolve.

Samir Undavia, MD · Answer

I would not worry. 1.  As your bone cuts heal ( osteotomies), little callus ( bony spurs) can grow. They almost always settle on their own. 2.  If it doesn't, they can be taken down in office with ease.3. If it's soft tissue swelling a little steroid injection can be used soon to help bring down swelling.

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

Small imperfections after rhinoplasty can be easily camouflaged with the use of fillers around the area. If up small bump is happening from a protruding bone and cartilage he can be easily shaved down and a small procedure without a full revision rhinoplasty.RegardsDr. J

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