Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Call emergency services for trouble breathing, sudden loss of vision, severe uncontrolled bleeding, loss of consciousness, or a major face or head injury.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Seek same-day medical care for:
New painful, red, or warm swelling, especially with fever
Swelling spreading toward an eye
New double vision or pain when moving an eye
A recent injury followed by marked swelling or a changed nose shape
Persistent bleeding or worsening nasal blockage after an injury
A broad nasal bridge that has always been present, causes no symptoms, and resembles a family trait usually does not need urgent assessment.
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Arrange a routine appointment if the nasal bridge has recently changed, remains swollen, becomes painful, or affects breathing.
It is also reasonable to ask for an assessment if you are concerned about a child’s growth, development, hearing, vision, or other facial features.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Broad nasal bridge. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.