Deviated septum

DEVIATED SEPTUM

The septum is the cartilage in the nose that separates the nostrils. Typically, it sit at the center and devides the nostrils evenly. However, many peoples have an uneve septum, which makes one nostril large more the orther. Sometime, It can cause health complications such as a blocked nostril or difficulty breathing.

Symptoms of the deviated septum:

difficulty breathing, especially through the nose
having one side of the nose that’s easier to breathe through
nosebleeds
sinus infections
dryness in one nostril
snoring or loud breathing during sleep
nasal congestion or pressure

Deviated septum treats:

To help with symptoms, treatment focuses on correcting that issue. Common treatments for symptoms include: decongestants, antihistamines, nasal steroid spray, nasal strips.

Surgery:

If your symptoms do not improve with medication or other treatment attempts, doctor may be suggest a reconstructive surgery called septoplasty.