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Nasal Contusion

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 9, 2025.

A nasal contusion is a bruise that appears on your nose after an injury. A bruise happens when small blood vessels tear but skin does not. When blood vessels tear, blood leaks into surrounding tissue, such as soft tissue or muscle. You may develop swelling and bruising around your eyes and cheeks.

DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:

Return to the emergency department if:

Call your doctor if:

Medicines:

You may need any of the following:

Manage a nasal contusion:

Prevent a nasal contusion:

Follow up with your doctor as directed:

You may need to return within a week to have your injury checked again. Write down any questions you have so you remember to ask them during your follow-up visits.

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