Curvature of the nasal septum
This is a deviation of the nasal septum from the midline, which can cause difficulty in nasal breathing and contribute to the development of chronic diseases of the nose and paranasal sinuses.
The nasal septum is a bone—cartilaginous plate that divides the nasal cavity into two parts. Ideally, the septum should be located exactly in the center of the nasal cavity, but in most people it has a slight curvature that does not cause problems. However, a significant deviation of the septum can lead to difficulty breathing, frequent infections of the nose and paranasal sinuses, snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (episodes of respiratory arrest during sleep on the background of snoring).
Reasons:
Nose injuries (bumps, fractures)
Congenital malformations
Abnormal bone growth in adolescence
Surgical interventions on the nasal cavity
Genetic predisposition
Symptoms:
Difficulty breathing through one or both nostrils
Frequent or chronic infections of the nose and paranasal sinuses
Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea
Headaches
Dry nose
"Constant" runny nose
Rapid fatigue, especially during physical exertion
Possible nosebleeds, crusts in the nose
Effects:
Curvature of the nasal septum can lead to chronic breathing problems, recurrent sinusitis and an increase in the frequency of upper respiratory tract infections. Patients may develop sleep disorders such as apnea, as well as chronic fatigue and decreased concentration.
Лечение
Surgical treatment:
Surgery to correct the curvature of the nasal septum is called septoplasty. The removal of the deformity is performed under general anesthesia and performed intranasally, without incisions on the skin, so you will not have any cosmetic defects. Modern septoplasty is performed under video endoscopic control, and surgical tactics are selected individually, based on the anatomical characteristics of the patient, and discussed in consultation with a doctor.
Conservative treatment:
Symptoms can be managed with nasal sprays, which help reduce inflammation and maintain mucosal hydration. But full-fledged treatment and getting rid of negative symptoms of curvature of the nasal septum is possible only by surgical methods.
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From the Belorusskaya metro station of the Zamoskvoretskaya line - exit 4 After exiting the subway, walk through the pedestrian tunnel and climb the stairs. Move towards the railway tracks, go down the stairs immediately after them and walk along the house, then turn right onto 1st Yamskoye Pole Street. At the turn to 3rd Yamsky Pole Street, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and continue along 1st Yamsky Field Street, after a few buildings on the left you will see Olympus Clinic MARS.
Travel time
9 minutes
Landmark
Olympus Clinic MARS sign
How to get
From the Belorusskaya metro station of the Ring line - exit 2. After exiting the subway, turn left and walk to the pedestrian crossing. Cross the road through two pedestrian crossings and move along the Tverskoy overpass. Go down the stairs immediately after the railway tracks, walk along the house, then turn right onto 1st Yamskoye Pole Street. At the turn to 3rd Yamsky Pole Street, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and continue along 1st Yamsky Field Street, after a few buildings on the left you will see Olympus Clinic MARS
Travel time
11 minutes
Landmark
Olympus Clinic MARS sign