I have a problem with breathing thru my nose but when I raise my nose tip up with my finger I feel like I can breathe better.

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What can be wrong With my nose? What can be done to fix it?

Manish H. Shah, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello jen0808 - Thanks for your question. Your question is a common one. More than likely, when you put upwards pressure onto your nasal tip, you are opening up your internal nasal valve allowing more air into the front of your nose. This makes you feel like you are breathing better. Placement of spreader grafts will help improve this on a more permanent basis. I recommend that you consult with a rhinoplasty specialist to have a proper exam to confirm this. They may find other causes for your airway obstruction as well. Good luck, Dr. Shah

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

what you were describing is probable narrowing in the nasal valve area. But also you may have septal deviation or hypertrophied inferior turbinates. See a very experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who can address both your functional as well as any cosmetic concerns.

David C. Yao, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for sharing. Nasal shape, contour and size of difference parts may make a difference in breathing. The only way to have an appropriate full assessment is to be seen in person. No other way is adequate for a rhinoplasty evaluation. See a board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes!

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  There are many possible causes of airway obstruction and many great treatment options depending on the source of airway restriction. The most important
aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek
consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate
you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

I would suggest
you find a plastic surgeon with extensive nasal surgery experience who is
certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or a facial plastic
surgeon (ENT) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should have an examination of your nose and discuss your
concerns with that surgeon in person.
Robert Singer, MD FACS
La Jolla,California

I have a problem with breathing thru my nose but when I raise my nose tip up with my finger I feel like I can breathe better.

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