What can I do to keep my left nostril from collapsing/closing? It's getting worse. Deviated septum, collapsed nostril (Photo)

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it seems like its becoming more noticeable don't want it to get any worse. I can still breathe through them and don't have any trouble sleeping. If I push on the middle outside with the slightest pressure it closes it all the way. but if I "puff out" my nostrils they almost look symmetrical again. I want to know if I should try to breathe in through my nose Should I use nasal spray Also is gets really dry inside should I avoid touching it as much as I can..inside and outside? There is no pain

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

Thank you for your photos.  It is possible that you may need some grafting procedures such as a rim graft or lateral crural strut to support the alar and keep its shape. You may need septal work as well. You will be best served after an in-office examination to evaluate the structures of your nose and how your valves react to deep breathing and other actions.Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD 
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William Portuese, MD · Answer

A thorough internal and external examination of the nose is required looking at both static and dynamic issues with your nose.  Cartilage grafting techniques are usually applied to the nostril rims to help prevent collapsing with inspiration

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

You are an open tip rhinoplasty candidate and will benefit from tip repositioning and even an alar rim cartilage graft. Please consult a nasal specialist to get your specific nasal surgery plan.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the photo and question and a deviated septum and airway collapse can be corrected with surgery.  So on on some consults with experts and compare recommendations and become informed what might be the best procedure for you Dr Corbin

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear Ranner2, A deviated septum can be fixed with surgery. If you do not want to have surgery and it is fine except when you push on it then I would avoid pushing on it. Otherwise seek some consultations and have an intra nasal examination performed for a proper diagnosis. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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