The common causes of having a bump in the nose are acne, bacterial or fungal infection, trauma from nose pricking and nose piercing, and nasal vestibulitis. Applying a warm compress helps to reduce pain, and topical antiseptics can be applied to reduce infection. It will heal within two or three days of treatment.
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I had a red blood-type spot on right side of my nose that resolved in a week. Could it be cancer?
Query: Hi, Last week I noticed a small, blood-type spot on the right side of my nose. It has not gone away in over a week. I am in the sun a lot but put a lot of sunscreen on my nose. I have had actinic keratosis on my nose in the past. Could it be cancerous? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It is nothing serious. I have these suggestions for you. You can use 2 % Nadibact cream (Nadifloxacin) twice daily for ten days. You must use a photostable sunscreen daily at 9 AM, 12 PM, and 3 PM for two months. You mus... Read Full »
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