The main purpose of septoplasty is to correct a deviated septum. With a deviated septum, the cartilage dividing the two nostrils is crooked or not centered. As a result, it obstructs breathing.

In October 2017, Bradley Rhoton and his wife were carving pumpkins for Halloween when he noticed a strange whistling sound ...

Deviated nasal septum (DNS) is the bone and cartilage that divides the inside of the nose in two parts: left and right parts, known as the septum. A deviated septum is the condition in which the ...

Keeps the septum straight while it heals. Elevation of the head and resting in a recliner or using two or three pillows while sleeping helps in reducing bleeding & swelling. Taking a shower with ...

Ms Rachmanidou recommended a septoplasty, both to support my nose and stop it drooping, but also to improve the airway in my left nostril which was narrowed due to the deviated septum. I was more ...

The patient should not eat or drink for 6-8 hours before the surgery. It is advisable to inform and check with the doctor about any regular medication being taken, if necessary they should be ...

If your nose is clogged on one side because of a deviated septum, you may need corrective surgery to realign the cartilage in your nose. This procedure is known as a septoplasty. This is an ...