My 11 month old boy fell on his face while trying to walk and got a nosebleed. Could he have a broken nose?

Hello Ma'am,

At that age, it is unlikely. This is because the nose contains only a small amount of bone and is mostly cartilage in adults. In children the amount of bone is even smaller and the bones "softer". Thus, it is unlikely that a young child will break his or her nose, especially when it only falls from his or her height.

That said, if you see a deformity in the nose (crooked nose), I invite you to consult a doctor.

Happy day,

Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist