Obstructed nasal breathing, deviated nasal septum, enlarged nasal turbinates

Causes

Deviation of the nasal septum

Swollen nasal turbinates

Nasal polyps

Sinusitis

Allergies (hay fever)

Effects of medication

Symptoms

Obstructed nasal breathing:

Inflammation of the nose or paranasal sinuses

Throat infections due to increased mouth breathing

Bronchitis

Snoring at night

Procedure

Surgery: Short inpatient hospital stay. General anaesthesia. Straightening of the nasal septum (septoplasty) through the nostrils. If necessary, reduction of the nasal turbinates (conchotomy). Supporting splints and, if necessary, nasal packing to prevent nosebleeds.

After the procedure

Outpatient follow-up treatment for two to four weeks. Supporting splints can be removed after a short time. Care of the nose with ointment several times a day. Follow-up examinations, nasal care and ultrasound are necessary.