Deviated Nasal Septum Symptoms & Diagnosis

Symptoms

Symptoms include:

Stuffy nose (one or both sides)
Sinus infections
Nosebleeds
Breathing noisily during sleep
Facial pain or headache

Diagnosis

The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. The doctor will examine the nasal passages. A nasal speculum will hold the nose open. A thin telescope is passed into the nose.

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