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Can I fix a deviated septum by punching myself in the nose?

June 28, 2014
Asked By:poppoppy20 in Beverly Hills, CA

My septum is deviated to the right and blocks my right nostril. If I punch the right side of my nose will it move back to the middle? Serious question, because I'd rather do that than surgery. Also, if I don't want to break my nose could i try bending it back to the middle? (can't nose cartilage be bent over time)? Like if I stick my finger up and push my septum (in my right nostril) towards the middle constantly?

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Answer: Septal deviation

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Answer: Septal deviation

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