Does a septum deviation of 2-3 mm require surgery?

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Kyle T. Yamamoto, MD · Answer

The amount of deviation of the septum alone does not usually determine if you require surgery or not.  The need for surgery is determined by a combination of the amount of deviation along with your symptoms.  Septal deviation along with symptoms like nasal congestion, runny nose, bleeding, or pain should be considered together.  Some patients with 2-3 mm of deviation may have many symptoms.  Other patients with the same amount of deviation may have no symptoms.  The main goal of septum surgery is to improve your symptoms. I recommend discussing all of your symptoms as well as your deviation with your doctor.  That will best determine whether surgery is a good option for you.

George Commons, MD (retired) · Answer

The patients symptoms must be considered,  patients comfort breathing must be considered, patients happiness with the appearance of the nose must be considered.   If all or most is a go the septum can be repaired.   My Best,   Dr Commons

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