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One nostril is swollen and painful. the shape has changed and feels packed with scar tissue. there's a bump rightinside. no reason. what in the world?
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Sounds like an: abscess. Infection in nose can be serious because it can spread to brain. You should see your doctor asap.
Answered 1/10/2016
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