What Causes Nosebleeds?
8. Deviated Septum
The septum is the bottom part of the ridge of the nose that separates the two nostrils from each other. The septum is not usually completely straight, meaning the nasal passage will be split exactly 50/50. However, the difference is usually so slight that it won’t be noticed. In a deviated septum, however, this difference will be somewhat more noticeable.
A deviated septum can mean the patient has difficulty breathing from at least one of their nostrils. The condition can also cause pain, loud snoring, and nosebleeds. Some people are born with the condition while it can also be caused by an injury.
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