What is Deviation of the Nasal Septum?

Description of the disease

Deviation of the nasal septum is a condition in which the nasal septum (the partition between the nostrils) deviates from its normal position. This can cause breathing problems and lead to other unpleasant symptoms.

Classification

Congenital deviation
Acquired deviation

Symptoms

Difficulty breathing through the nose
Frequent nosebleeds
Frequent sinus infections
Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea
Frequent headaches

Causes

Deviation of the nasal septum can be caused by genetic factors as well as external traumas such as blows and injuries.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is made using X-rays, CT scans, and rhinoscopy (examination of the nasal cavity with a special endoscope tube).

Treatment

Treatment can be conservative (prescribing medications, physiotherapeutic procedures) or surgical (correcting the nasal septum).

Prevention

Avoiding traumatic situations that can lead to deviation of the nasal septum
Timely treatment of upper respiratory tract diseases

Doctor

Treatment and diagnosis are provided by an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor).