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Broken Nose Learning Center

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Welcome

A nose fracture is a break in the bone or cartilage over the bridge, in the sidewall, or septum (line dividing the nostrils) of the nose.

Basic Info

Symptoms
Blood coming from the nose; Bruising around the eyes; Difficulty breathing through the nose; Misshapen appearance (ma...
Causes
  • Blunt injury
Treatments
Reassure the patient and try to keep the patient calm. Have the patient breathe through the mouth and lean forward in...
Prevention
Wear protective headgear while playing contact sports, riding bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, or rollerblades. ...

Basic Info

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