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Relapsing polychondritis is a rare disease affecting only 3-4 people in one million. Men and women are affected at the same rate and onset usually occurs between 40-60 years of age. This degenerative condition causes intermittent swelling and inflammation of cartilage. It usually affects the ear, nose and joints, although it can also affect other …
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If you suffer from chronic sinus infections, you know the pain involved with multiple repeated visits to your doctor. If you have chronic disease, please be your own advocate and find out why. The root causes may be an underlying autoimmune disorder, or your pain may be a saddle nose deformity. Saddle nose is a …
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Trauma to the nose can be caused by any number of things, including medical procedures or an infection. A physical blow to the nose can also cause structural damage that leads to the saddle nose deformity. While it’s impossible to list all potential impacts, these are the three most common types of forceful blows leading …
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Saddle nose can occur as the result of a sporting injury, accident, physical attack or even some severe infections. When the bridge of the nose collapses, appearance and function are affected to various degrees. If you are embarrassed by the shape of your nose or can’t breathe freely, saddle nose repair is an option from …
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Saddle nose is a condition in which the bridge of the nose has collapsed, causing a loss of height and giving it a sunken look. The main cause of this condition is trauma to the nose, although there are other causes as well. This includes medical conditions like leprosy, congenital syphilis and relapsing polychondritis to …
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Individuals suffering from saddle nose often undergo rhinoplasty to restore their appearance. After the procedure, you can expect to spend a few weeks recovering. Your body will need time to heal from swelling and bruising that occur with the surgical procedure. There are things you can do to help speed up healing for less discomfort. …
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Most sports come with the risk of injury, many of which can leave athletes out of action indefinitely. When considering these injuries, the limbs immediately come to mind. However, damage to the nose can also put an end to a promising career. Strenuous sporting activity involves effective breathing. If you are unable to take in …
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Nose deformities can affect your appearance and self-confidence. If your nose has a scooped-out look, you may benefit from saddle nose surgery. There are many causes for this deformity that can be treated with surgical correction. Here’s what to know about the saddle nose surgery process. Saddle Nose Consultation Before you can have saddle nose …
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The nose is a prominent feature of the face that creates balance and attractiveness. When people are unhappy with the appearance of their nose, their ego and self-confidence may suffer. Men often feel incredibly self-conscious about their facial appearance in the workplace and socially. Because men tend to have a larger nose, if a man’s …
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