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 ...
A deviated septum can press against the tissue lining the nasal walls or turbinates (small structures inside the nose that help with airflow). This pressure can irritate the surrounding tissues ...
One of the most common nose deformities is a deviated septum. About 70% to 80% of people have a septal deviation noticeable to an examiner. In many cases, the deviation is minor and causes no ...
Snoring occurs when airflow is partially blocked in the nose or mouth during sleep, often due to congestion, obesity, or ...