Septum:
What is deviated septum?
The cartilage in the nose that separates the nostrils is the septum. It usually sits in the middle and uniformly separates the nostrils. However, this is not the case for certain individuals. Many individuals have an irregular septum, having one nostril larger than the other.
As a deviated septum, extreme unevenness is established. It may cause health problems such as a blocked nostril or breathing difficulties. An uneven septum is very prevalent. 80 percent of all septum are deviated to some degree, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. A deviated septum only needs medical treatment if it causes other health complications or adversely affects the quality of life.
What are the symptoms of a deviated septum?
Difficulty in breathing, especially through the nose
Our doctor tests your nostrils first with a nasal speculum to detect a deviated septum. The doctor tests the location of the septum and how it affects the size of the nostrils. Questions concerning sleep, snoring, sinus issues and trouble breathing may also be asked by the doctor.
Treatment is not required in the majority of cases. Surgery is the common treatment option for a badly deviated septum. Some individuals with a deviated septum opt not to undergo surgery due to the costs, complications, or other factors. Other care services are available. A deviated septum is not fixed by them, but they may reduce the symptoms that follow it.
Popular symptom treatments include:
decongestants
Antihistamines
Nasal steroid spray
Nasal strips
We the members of our ENT hospital are glad to say our services in clinic are not only limited to Nirmal city, but our satisfied clients also visit us from Nizamabad,Basara,Adilabad,Bhainsa,Banswada,Ichoda,Pochampad.
What is deviated septum?
The cartilage in the nose that separates the nostrils is the septum. It usually sits in the middle and uniformly separates the nostrils. However, this is not the case for certain individuals. Many individuals have an irregular septum, having one nostril larger than the other.
As a deviated septum, extreme unevenness is established. It may cause health problems such as a blocked nostril or breathing difficulties. An uneven septum is very prevalent. 80 percent of all septum are deviated to some degree, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. A deviated septum only needs medical treatment if it causes other health complications or adversely affects the quality of life.
What are the symptoms of a deviated septum?
Difficulty in 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
Our doctor tests your nostrils first with a nasal speculum to detect a deviated septum. The doctor tests the location of the septum and how it affects the size of the nostrils. Questions concerning sleep, snoring, sinus issues and trouble breathing may also be asked by the doctor.
Treatment is not required in the majority of cases. Surgery is the common treatment option for a badly deviated septum. Some individuals with a deviated septum opt not to undergo surgery due to the costs, complications, or other factors. Other care services are available. A deviated septum is not fixed by them, but they may reduce the symptoms that follow it.
Popular symptom treatments include:
decongestants
Antihistamines
Nasal steroid spray
Nasal strips
We the members of our ENT hospital are glad to say our services in clinic are not only limited to Nirmal city, but our satisfied clients also visit us from Nizamabad,Basara,Adilabad,Bhainsa,Banswada,Ichoda,Pochampad.