Deviated Septum
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A deviated septum, or deviation of the nasal septum, occurs when the wall of cartilage and bone that separates the two nostrils is twisted or shifted to one side, narrowing the passage of air.
Common causes: It may be present from birth or appear after a blow or trauma to the nose, and it sometimes becomes more pronounced with growth.
Common symptoms: It usually causes nasal obstruction on one or both sides, snoring, recurrent infections, nosebleeds, or difficulty breathing well through the nose.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist is the right professional to evaluate the nasal septum and breathing. If you consistently have trouble breathing through your nose, an evaluation with this specialist will help you learn the causes and options.
Data on 982 doctors who treat deviated septum
Which specialist treats deviated septum?
A deviated septum should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT). You can book with this specialist if you have trouble breathing through your nose or frequent congestion on one side. The specialist will determine whether additional management is needed.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in deviated septum
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Frequently asked questions
What is deviated septum?
A deviated septum, or deviation of the nasal septum, occurs when the wall of cartilage and bone that separates the two nostrils is twisted or shifted to one side, narrowing the passage of air.
Which doctor treats deviated septum?
A deviated septum should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT). You can book with this specialist if you have trouble breathing through your nose or frequent congestion on one side. The specialist will determine whether additional management is needed.