Breathing through your nose is something most people rarely think about — until breathing becomes noticeably more difficult. If one side of your nose consistently feels more blocked than the other, or congestion lingers despite treatment, a deviated septum may be contributing to the problem.
The nasal septum is the thin wall of cartilage and bone that separates the nose into left and right nasal passages. When the septum shifts significantly to one side, it is referred to as a deviated septum, which can restrict airflow through one or both nasal passages.
At Atlantic Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers in Wall Township, NJ, we evaluate deviated septums as part of a comprehensive nasal and sinus examination to determine whether structural obstruction may be contributing to your symptoms.
