Nose shape change after an injury can indeed be due to cartilage or bony changes. Since you don’t have pain or breathing problems, it’s less likely an acute or severe issue, but it’s still important to look into it. One possibility is that the initial trauma might have caused mild fractures or a deviation, leading to changes in the shape without affecting function too much. Another could be soft tissue changes causing a change in appearance. If the appearance is a concern, you might consider consulting with an ENT specialist or a plastic surgeon. They can evaluate whether the change involves primarily cartilage, bone, or soft tissue and discuss potential options. Sometimes, minor modifications in appearance can improve without surgery through techniques like fillers, which can help correct asymmetry. These procedures are less invasive compared to surgery, but they’re temporary and used for cosmetic improvement. However, this should only be an option after a thorough consultation with a specialist who can confirm it’s safe for your specific case. As long as there’s no functional deficit like breathing issues, observation is mostly recommended. Regular follow-ups can ensure that there’s no late-onset breathing issue or unexpected symptoms. Keep in mind if any nasal congestion, difficulty in breathing, or any gradual pain, though minor, start developing, see a healthcare professional swiftly, to prevent any borderline issues from complicating.
अगर मेरी नाक की शेप 8 महीने पहले चोट लगने के बाद बदल गई है लेकिन मुझे कोई दर्द नहीं है, तो मुझे क्या करना चाहिए?
“Hello doctor, meri nose par 8–9 mahine pehle chot lagi thi. Uske baad nose ki shape pehle se thodi different lagti hai, jaise thodi upar/tedhi ho gayi ho. Breathing normal hai aur pain bhi nahi hai. Kya ye cartilage ya bone issue ho sakta hai? Aur kya bina surgery kuch improve ho sakta hai?”
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Hello ji Aapki problem se lag raha hai nasal septum main injury hai ya cartilage main. Probably abhi to koi problem nahin hai par aagey jakey Sinus Infection Breathing issues Mouth breathing Snoring Problem aa sakti hai Aap aek baar ent surgeon ko dikhana tabhi pata lagega kya problem hai aur bina doctor ko bataye koi dawai nahi leni Accordingly tests kar lena Regards
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