Question 1

how careful do i need to be about washing my face after septoplasty? i understand too much pressure can move the cartilage around inside my nose. will gently dabbing it dry after washing the rest of my face be a problem?

Accepted Answer

The : The answer to your question has more to do with comfort level. The area around the base of your nose and upper lip will be sensitive to movement and pressure around that area for at least several weeks. Its not likely you will be doing any damage to your septal repair with the acts of normal washing and bathing.

Question 2

is it possible to have a fluid filed cyst on inside of cartilage in nose near tip of nose? over the years the cyst has grown and weeps at times.

Accepted Answer

Get it checked out!: It may be a simple cyst, but if this is growing over time you need to be sure its not something more serious. Please be sure to get it checked. This is one of those things that really need to be looked at.

Question 3

if i get hit in the nose after rhinoplasty will the cartilage shift?

Accepted Answer

It could: You should avoid contact sports for at least 6 weeks after a rhinoplasty. After that your nose has regained its strength. Certainly a strong blow to the nose can fracture it after that.

Question 4

how to get rid of access cartilage in the nose without surgery?

Accepted Answer

Can't...: Sorry, but there is not a way to do this presently.

Question 5

something happened to cartilage in nose i have felt a painful lump that slowly moved from my nose to face,head and mouth drwont listen so painful adv?

Accepted Answer

Nose: Cartilage pain. You can get irritation chonral junction with bone. Infection or even tumor. Can you get a visit with an ENT physician?

Question 6

went to ent about tiny thing in nose in one side - he said it's cartilage,but it hasn't been there my whole life.does cartilage grow over time?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The nose is constantly growing.  The cartilage can change overtime as your nose changes.

Question 7

i have a indent inside my nose on the cartilage if there is a scab over it will it get better or worse i use a lot of nose spray i'm scared its hole?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry: There is little cause for alarm. The key is to leave it alone, don't fuss with it, pick at it, or put anything into your nose, and it will likely be fine. Stay away from nasal decongestant sprays (and especially do not snort Cocaine or other drugs). See an ear nose and throat specialist if pain or bleeding occur.

Question 8

my 2 year olds head hit me in the nose. i heard a crack noise, my nose hurts but it is not bleeding.you think it's fractured or did the cartilage pop?

Accepted Answer

Sounds broken: Sounds like you broke your nose.  I would definitely be seen to make you don't need intervention.

Question 9

ive always had a small bump on sides of upper nose but lately one side looks bigger. could constantly taking deep breaths(due to back issue) & excessive yawning daily cause that or would those repetitive actions not change bone or cartilage in nose?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. What you described is not likely to be related to yawning or breathing. The lesions could be intradermal nevi. It would be prudent to see a doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 10

i have a patch of exposed cartilage (doctor confirmed) the size of the end of a q-tip on my septum inside my nose, likely caused by damaged blood supply from septoplasty. i am three weeks post-surgery. will skin heal over this? how long?

Accepted Answer

: Usually will heal on its own up to 4 months to do so as the cartilage has poor blood supply. Three weeks is very early as scar from surgery matures the defect should close

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How careful do i need to be about washing my face after septoplasty? i understand too much pressure can move the cartilage around inside my nose. will gently dabbing it dry after washing the rest of my face be a problem?

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Is it possible to have a fluid filed cyst on inside of cartilage in nose near tip of nose? over the years the cyst has grown and weeps at times.

A member asked:

If i get hit in the nose after rhinoplasty will the cartilage shift?

A member asked:

How to get rid of access cartilage in the nose without surgery?

A member asked:

Something happened to cartilage in nose i have felt a painful lump that slowly moved from my nose to face,head and mouth drwont listen so painful adv?

A member asked:

Went to ent about tiny thing in nose in one side - he said it's cartilage,but it hasn't been there my whole life.does cartilage grow over time?

A member asked:

I have a indent inside my nose on the cartilage if there is a scab over it will it get better or worse i use a lot of nose spray i'm scared its hole?

A member asked:

My 2 year olds head hit me in the nose. i heard a crack noise, my nose hurts but it is not bleeding.you think it's fractured or did the cartilage pop?

A member asked:

Ive always had a small bump on sides of upper nose but lately one side looks bigger. could constantly taking deep breaths(due to back issue) & excessive yawning daily cause that or would those repetitive actions not change bone or cartilage in nose?

A member asked:

I have a patch of exposed cartilage (doctor confirmed) the size of the end of a q-tip on my septum inside my nose, likely caused by damaged blood supply from septoplasty. i am three weeks post-surgery. will skin heal over this? how long?

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