Left side of nose is bigger as lateral nasal cartilage is enlarged. Could this be caused by deviated septum?

March 4, 2013
Asked By:SC2013

I may have breathing issues but im not sure as it is normal to breathe through one nostril at a time. I think I only have symptoms when I have a cold. In the night my nose gets blocked making breathing difficult, so I have to breathe using my mouth which makes my throat sore. The left side of my nose is bigger as the bone I think is called the "lateral nasal cartilage" is enlarged. Could this be caused by a deviated septum? If not, what has caused this deformity?

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March 6, 2013

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Answer: Deviated septum

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Answer: Everyone's nose goes through a cycle where breathing switches from side to side

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Answer: Everyone's nose goes through a cycle where breathing switches from side to side

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