Nasal septum deviation
Nasal Septum Deviation
Nasal septum deviation (pronunciation: /ˈneɪzəl ˈsɛptəm dɪˈveɪʃən/) is a physical disorder of the nose, involving a displacement of the nasal septum. Some displacement is common and normal, but only when severe can it cause health complications such as poor breathing or sinusitis.
Etymology
The term "nasal septum deviation" is derived from the Latin words 'nasus' meaning 'nose', 'septum' meaning 'partition', and the English word 'deviation' meaning 'departure from a standard or norm'.
Symptoms
Symptoms of nasal septum deviation may include difficulty breathing through the nose, nasal congestion, recurrent sinus infections, nosebleeds, sleep problems, headache, and postnasal drip.
Causes
Nasal septum deviation can be caused by a variety of factors, including a congenital disorder present at birth, an injury to the nose, or changes in the nose due to aging.
Treatment
Treatment for nasal septum deviation may include medications to reduce the symptoms or surgery (Septoplasty) to correct the deviation.
Related Terms
- Rhinoplasty: A type of plastic surgery that is used to improve the function or appearance of a person's nose.
- Turbinate hypertrophy: A condition where the turbinates in the nose become enlarged, leading to chronic congestion, nasal obstruction, and difficulty breathing.
- Sinusitis: Inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the sinuses, often caused by an infection.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nasal septum deviation
- Wikipedia's article - Nasal septum deviation
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