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Saddle nose

Saddle nose is a condition associated with congenital syphilis, Relapsing Polychondritis, and Wegener’s granulomatosis, among other conditions. It is characterized by a loss of height of the nose, because of the collapse of the bridge.

It can usually be corrected with rhinoplasty.

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