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Preseptal hematoma
A hematoma (collection of blood) that pools on the septum of the nose after trauma. If left untreated it can cause a loss of fresh blood supply to the septum and destruction of the septum.Nose pain, a blue-purple mass in the nose, nose bleeding. . Examination of the nose using a nasal speculum establishes the diagnosis. A ct scan may be done to identify other associated injuries.
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