Hi, I have a deviated septum in my right nose (look up and see a big red mass) My entire nose leans to the left hand side of my nose considerably, the tip of my septum sits in my left nostril somewhat. I am concerned that the big red mass in my right nostril isn't my septum and something sinister, is it possible that a septum that pushes one way and make the nose go another? Many thanks
Answer: Can deviated septum cause the nose to be crooked A crooked nose and deviated nasal septum can go hand in hand. However, the fact that you see a big red mass tells me that you should have your nose examined in person by nose specialist (Ear, Nose, Throat doctor or facial plastic surgeon) to get a better idea of what's actually going on inside your nose.
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Answer: Can deviated septum cause the nose to be crooked A crooked nose and deviated nasal septum can go hand in hand. However, the fact that you see a big red mass tells me that you should have your nose examined in person by nose specialist (Ear, Nose, Throat doctor or facial plastic surgeon) to get a better idea of what's actually going on inside your nose.
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Can a deviated septum in my right nostril cause my entire nose to lean the opposite way? The septum can have multiple configurations. An exam would be necessary to determine if you have any masses present.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Can a deviated septum in my right nostril cause my entire nose to lean the opposite way? The septum can have multiple configurations. An exam would be necessary to determine if you have any masses present.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Deviated septum causing crooked nose Yes, you are correct. A deviated septum (i.e., not straight in the midline) can cause multiple issues in the nose. First, it can block some or most of the airflow in one side of the nose. Second, it can cause problems with sinus drainage. And third, as in your case, it can lead to an external deformity (i.e., a crooked nose). There is an old saying in rhinoplasty: "As the septum goes, so goes the nose." Basically, what this means is that the septum is sort of a central backbone to which the other cartilages and the nasal bones attach. A significant deviation of the septum therefore changes the external shape of the nose. In many cases, it is possible to straighten or correct a deviated septum with a septoplasty alone (a surgery preformed with incisions inside the nose). In severe cases, however, and particularly when the deviation is very anterior (near the nostril opening) a more involved procedure (rhinoplasty) is required. Please let me know if I can help.
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Deviated septum causing crooked nose Yes, you are correct. A deviated septum (i.e., not straight in the midline) can cause multiple issues in the nose. First, it can block some or most of the airflow in one side of the nose. Second, it can cause problems with sinus drainage. And third, as in your case, it can lead to an external deformity (i.e., a crooked nose). There is an old saying in rhinoplasty: "As the septum goes, so goes the nose." Basically, what this means is that the septum is sort of a central backbone to which the other cartilages and the nasal bones attach. A significant deviation of the septum therefore changes the external shape of the nose. In many cases, it is possible to straighten or correct a deviated septum with a septoplasty alone (a surgery preformed with incisions inside the nose). In severe cases, however, and particularly when the deviation is very anterior (near the nostril opening) a more involved procedure (rhinoplasty) is required. Please let me know if I can help.
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Yes Septal deviations are the most common cause of nasal deviations and this is more than likely your case. The mass in your nostril is most likely the caudal septum that is deviated to one side. It should feel hard but mobile like cartilage. A photo would help. Best wishes!
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Yes Septal deviations are the most common cause of nasal deviations and this is more than likely your case. The mass in your nostril is most likely the caudal septum that is deviated to one side. It should feel hard but mobile like cartilage. A photo would help. Best wishes!
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Can a deviated septum cause my entire nose to be crooked? You need to be examined by a rhinoplasty surgeon. The answer to your question is YES, the bottom of the nasal septum projecting to one side and visible in one nostril often indicates a septum that is curved. Examination inside the nose reveals that higher up on the septum, it is curved into the opposite side (C-shaped in coronal view). Knowledge of anatomy would help you understand this.Still, I have found that patients know their own bodies best, and if you suspect something "sinister," you may well be correct, and definitely should seek professional evaluation.
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August 25, 2014
Answer: Can a deviated septum cause my entire nose to be crooked? You need to be examined by a rhinoplasty surgeon. The answer to your question is YES, the bottom of the nasal septum projecting to one side and visible in one nostril often indicates a septum that is curved. Examination inside the nose reveals that higher up on the septum, it is curved into the opposite side (C-shaped in coronal view). Knowledge of anatomy would help you understand this.Still, I have found that patients know their own bodies best, and if you suspect something "sinister," you may well be correct, and definitely should seek professional evaluation.
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