A deviated septum occurs when the cartilage wall dividing the two sides of the nose is off-center. The septum is a very thin wall but its askew placement can lead to many symptoms ranging from mild to more pronounced. If you too have been feeling any of the following then the chances are you are suffering from a deviated septum
The septum cartilage in the nose plays an important role in breathing and the shape of the nose. It divides the nasal cavity into passages. It is actually like a very thin wall running vertically in the middle of the nose. The septum performs several important functions related to breathing and the aesthetics of the nose
We take normal activities like breathing, seeing, and smelling for granted. They are the basic and important functions of the body. The nose is made up of many components and the septum is also a part of it. Imagine the discomfort if every time you breathe there is sound or you feel your nose is congested at all times. It can make day-to-day activities difficult including sleeping.
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