I've been dealing with these persistent acne bumps on my nose since I was 21, and I'm 28 now. Some of them have turned into these stubborn, bumpy scars that make my nose feel rough. They seem pretty hard too. What could be causing this, and is there anything I can do to smooth out these scars?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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3+ Yrs

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consult ENT specalist

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Answered 25/07/2025

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