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Why Do I Have A Hard Time Breathing Without Deviated Septum?
If i breathe through my nose i get light headed quickly. I've never had nasal trauma and my septum seems symmetrical, the issue is the airway passages are super narrow. Like little slits between the bone and septum. Would rhinoplasty fix this and if so would this be considered medical and covered by Insurance?
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kriswill8778
in Las Vegas, NV
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Cause of Nasal Obstruction Besides Deviated Septum
Kris, there are a number of other potential causes of obstruction besides having a deviated nasal septum. For example, enlarged turbinates can contribute to a blocked nasal passageway. In addition, a condition called valve stenosis can also give the feeling that you cannot breathe properly through your nose. You need to be evaluated by an expert in functional nose surgery - like a facial plastic surgeon with ENT training. Attached below is a link to a page on my website that discusses...
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Why do I have a hard time breathing without deviated septum?
Insurance typically covers issues that are functional in nature. There are other issues besides a deviated septum that can impair your breathing. Depending on your insurance company, they may cover some or all of the functional portion of your surgery. Any cosmetic issues would be billed separately. Without photos or performing an exam, it is difficult to give you any precise advice. I would recommend seeking the advice of a board certified specialist in your area.
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Why do I have a hard time breathing without a deviated septum?
Hello, and sorry to hear you are having trouble breathing. There can be a number of things that can impair your breathing which may include the following:
1) Internal nasal obstruction
2) Narrow airway
3) Deviated septum
4) Pinched nostrils
5) Internal nasal swelling
A thorough exam by a board certified facial plastic surgeon would be a good next step. They will be able to determine the cause of your impaired breathing, and confirm whether or not this is due to a narrow...
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Narrow nasal passages
The nasal passages can be narrow at the nasal valve area even without any trauma or surgery in the past. However, the first step in improving the nasal breathing is a 'CORRECT DIAGNOSIS'. You should see an Otolaryngologist to figure out what exactly is causing the problem. Here is a list of common problems;
1. Deviated nasal septum (It can be deep inside the nose where you need a fiberoptic scope to see it, just looking in might not show the whole length of the septum)
2. Large...
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Breathing issues
There are many possible causes of breathing difficulty. Some are obstructive due to the septum, turbinates, valves, etc.. Some are chemical like allergies, autoimmune, etc... I good nasal evaluation is critical. If is not obstructive problem then it may be dificult to treat.
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Difficulty Breathing through the Nose
There are several factors that can contribute to difficulty breathing through the nose other than a deviated septum. A thorough evaluation of the inside of your nose is recommended to help determine the cause of your problem followed by a plan to help improve your breathing. Please consult with a facial plastic surgeon with training in head and neck surgery who can assist you in helping your breathe through the nose and achieving the result you seek.
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Nasal obstruction
There are many different causes of nasal obstruction such as a deviated nasal septum, valve collapse, vestibular stenosis, allergies and turbinate hypertrophy. At time of consultation and examination of the internal portion of the nose, a treatment plan can be formulated that consists of prescription nasal sprays, antihistamines, decongestants or surgical repair to improve any functional issues. Surgery to improve airflow through the nose is performed for...
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Why Do I Have A Hard Time Breathing Without Deviated Septum?
It is impossible to know why you're having trouble breathing without evaluating your nose. However, the common reasons for difficulty with nasal breathing include:
Deviated septum
Nasal valve collapse
Enlarged turbinates
Narrow nasal opening
Combination of some/ all of the above
These issues can be addressed surgically but it's impossible to say which procedures would be effective without an evaluation. I hope this information is helpful.
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Internal Nasal Valve Issues
If your internal nasal valves are narrowed, this could be remedied by spreader grafts to open the area. It would be necessary to examine you for the other causes of nasal obstruction. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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