S00.3: Superficial injury of nose

A superficial injury of the nose refers to any minor damage to the outer layers of the nasal region. This could include a wide range of scenarios such as a minor cut, bruise, scratch, burn, or blunt force trauma that doesn't involve deeper structures or cause significant bleeding or missshaping. The injury may be caused by various factors such as an accidental bump or hit, falling, sports injury, or even a minor surgical procedure. Symptoms may typically include pain, tenderness, redness, and slight swelling in the affected area. Despite being considered minor, the injury should be properly cleaned and monitored for signs of infection, including increased redness, pain, swelling, or pus discharge. Any changes in normal breathing patterns, excessive bleeding, or deformity of the nose following such an injury require immediate medical attention.

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