Will a deviated septum surgery fix the painful bump in my nose?

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I have had a bony bump on my nose ever since I was young. It has always hurt, and recently I started researching and realized it might be because of a deviated septum. Is it possible for a deviated septum to cause a raised bump on my nose, and will a procedure to fix the deviated septum fix the bump on my nose? I hate the way it looks and it's really uncomfortable.

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear Epeters09,A deviated septum will not cause a raised dorsal bump as they are completely independent of each other. The procedure to fix a deviated septum is called a septoplasty and the one for the bump is a rhinoplasty. Both procedures can be done in one operation to address both of your concerns at the same time. When you are ready, please visit my website and we can set up a consultation to address your concerns and answer your questions.Best regards,Nima Shemirani

William Portuese, MD · Answer

No, a septoplasty was performed in the back and the nose only to improve airflow,  and will not change in shape of the nose whatsoever.  A  cosmetic rhinoplasty is required to  shave down the dorsal hump which is composed of both bone and cartilage.  Once the hump has been removed osteotomies are then required which is also cosmetic.  Expect to pay for the dorsal hump removal yourself since it is cosmetic and there is no medical necessity present.  Both a septoplasty and rhinoplasty can be performed simultaneously. More information about the differences between a rhinoplasty and septoplasty, please see the link and the video below

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