Nose injury

Broken nose

If you have broken your nose, you may require an Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialist opinion. Please look at your nose in 5 days’ time when the swelling has gone down.

If your nose is shifted to one side following your injury or you have difficulty breathing through your nose, please telephone the ENT clinic at Bradford Royal Infirmary for an outpatient review appointment on:

Telephone: 01274 364114

Clinic Times: Monday to Friday 9.30-10.30am and Monday/Tuesday/Thursday 2.00pm-3.00pm

Help with pain management

Simple painkillers can be used after injury, most of which can be bought over the counter in shops, supermarkets or pharmacy’s. Examples are:

• Paracetamol
• Ibuprofen

You may have been prescribed an alternative painkiller, please refer to specific advice for that tablet if this is the case.

Further advice

If you have any ongoing concerns or queries about your nose injury you should contact NHS 111 or your local GP.

If your concern is urgent or an emergency attend your local Emergency Department.