First of all, I'm not really sure that a septoplasty is what I need, but RealSelf doesn't have a "general" or "other" category. I have been dealing with a mystery for about a year and a half now. I've seen 12 different doctors and none of them can figure out why my nose randomly swells up and gets red for anywhere between 5 mins and 2 hours everyday. At one point they thought I had carcinoid syndrome but a urine test ruled it out. I'm at my wit's end.
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During rhinoplasty to make the nose smaller, if the septum is not corrected well, breathing obstruction and subsequent headaches can worson. An MRI scan often overreads the nasal cavity. A good exam will tell you if more surgery will help. Be sure to see a rhinoplasty expert for consultation.
Many people have deviated septum. It is very common. Although there is a possibility for other causes such as nasal polyps can be the reason, most of the time if you have asymmetry along with breathing problems it will be due to deviated septum. The best way to determine the exact cause is...
Hi @Optimistic4434! Based on your concerns, you will require a septo-rhinoplasty. The septoplasty helps to improve breathing and the airway. The rhinoplasty part can help remove the dorsal hump and to reduce the tip.