10 Broken Nose Symptoms
Symptom #7: Crackling Sound upon Touching the Nose
A crackling sound when you touch your nose following a hard blow could indicate that you have a badly broken nose. Severe pain, bleeding, and blockage of the nostrils may also be present. The crackling sound is produced by pieces of broken bone and cartridge. If it occurs days after the blow, crackling could also result from dried blood inside the nose.
In most cases, such broken nose symptoms are indicative of the need for medical treatment. You should, therefore, visit a doctor for examination and treatment. The examination will involve an X-ray to show the extent of the damage. The doctor will the determine the type of treatment that your nose requires.
If you suspect that you might have a nasal fracture, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible without manipulating the area too much. Do not attempt to put it back in place or reduce the fracture on your own, as it can result in further complications.
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