Deviated nasal septum
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Deviated nasal septum
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A deviated nasal septum is a crooked wall made of bone and cartilage that divides the nose into two equal parts. A deviated septum may be caused by injury or surgery to the nose.
A deviated nasal septum may not cause symptoms. When present, symptoms may include a crooked nose, difficulty breathing through the nose (especially on one side), or a runny nose.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Donald R. Mintz, MD - Otolaryngology |
| Last Updated | February 16, 2006 |
| Last updated: | February 16, 2006 |
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| Reviewed By: | Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine, Donald R. Mintz, MD - Otolaryngology |
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