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Nasal septum defect
My son has visible nasal septal defect. He buzzes many times in a day. His right nostril seems to have very close walls, due to which he might have problem of breathing. His sleep is not disturbed yet. I am keen to know if there is any helpful measure to improve the condition. My son is non verbal and would not co operative for operating procedure. So please guide.
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I understand that your son has Deviated nasal septum which can be treated depending on patient symptoms.Minor discomfort or symptoms can be managed by local nasal decongestants, steam inhalation.
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Avoid exposure to any known allergens if any.
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Surgical correction if medical treatment doesn't help much.
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Need Xray PNS , antiallergics, nasal sprays and steam inhalation. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and treatment
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Better use nasal clip for some symptomatic relief.
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kindly connect with detailed history of yours
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Pl use otti in nasal drops. How old is he. Hope it will improve with age. Pl consult pulmonologist and Ent specialist.
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Dr. Fatima Mamnoon
Pulmonologist
13 yrs exp
New Delhi
Pls consult a pulmonologist for better understanding and treatment
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