Question 1

how do a deviated septum and a nasal polyp differ?

Accepted Answer

Quite different: A deviated septum is when the septum, the sheet of cartilage down the middle of your nose, is no longer straight, and twists to one side or the other.  A polyp is a little benign growth inside the nose.  So, they are different - but they can both cause blockage of the airflow through your nose.  Evaluation by an ENT doctor can help you figure this out.

Question 2

can sinus cysts or polyps cause a deviated septum or is it the other way around ( deviated septum causes cysts or polyps)?

Accepted Answer

Both: Septal deviation may be present without the presence of cysts or polyps. Sometimes if there are intranasal masses, they can cause pressure on the septum and cause deviation. Alternatively, if septal deflections are such that they obstruct the passage of mucous from the sinuses, this can lead to sinusitis and ultimately the development of cysts and polyps.

Question 3

how do i know if i have nasal polyps or deviated septum?

Accepted Answer

Deviated septum: An exam can reveal information about a a deviated septum. More information can be obtained using cat scan. Nasal endoscopy can also be used.

Question 4

how can i tell if i have a deviated septum or a nasal polyp?

Accepted Answer

ENT: You can not effectively self examine the depths of your nasal cavities so see an ENT doctor who can with an endoscope. It is a painless in office procedure.

Question 5

how to rectify deviated septum or nasal polyp using medicine and food?

Accepted Answer

Nasonex (mometasone) &amp; Singulair: There is no medication or dietary change that will reverse a deviated septum. This is a structural problem and requires surgery to correct. Nasonex (mometasone) (nasal steroid spray) and Singulair can help prevent further growth of allergic nasal polyps and can help prevent recurrence after they are surgically removed. Oral steroids like prednisone can shrink polyps but this is a short-term fix - will recur.

Question 6

surgery: tomorrow i'm having nasal polyps removed, he's fixing my deviated septum, & having an extra sinus cavity removed. how long for recovery?

Accepted Answer

Days to weeks.: This question is best posed to the surgeon since the recovery often depends on the complexity of the surgery. By the way, the sinus cavity is a vacant space which cannot be removed. Did you mean having the opening enlarged or the thickened mucous membrane in the sinus removed?

Question 7

i am suffering from sinitius. my nose keep getting blocked and open own it's own. is it's cause allergy cuz i think it can't be due to nasal polyps and deviated nasal septum otherwise it won't get open own it's own. am i right??

Accepted Answer

: Many teen agers so through a phase of acute and chronic sinus inflammation that usually resolves with age. At this stage, you may take symptomatic relief medications, including so called antihistaminics. Annoying as it is now, it will subside, without much intervention.
Do not use tobacco, alcohol or any street drugs.

Question 8

doc says deviated septum surgery with removal of  polyps/cysts and he wants to enlarge  the opening to my sinuses- why enlarge the openings?

Accepted Answer

Better Drainage: Performing sinus surgery to open up the blocked sinuses, while fixing a deviated septum at the same time will allow the sinuses to more effectively drain and clear the mucus.  A septoplasty and surgery to open and drain the sinuses will allow better airflow, reduce the sensation of nasal obstruction and help to decrease the frequency of sinus infections.

Question 9

will chronic rhinitis last forever? i mean, will i ever get rid of it? no allergies, nasal polyps or deviated septum. stuffy nose so often!

Accepted Answer

Depends: on what the cause is. For vasomotor rhinitis, this will likely linger on for decades. For allergic rhinitis, avoidance of allergens and allergy shots may offer prolonged remission, for hyperplastic rhinitis, ultrasound reduction may be needed.    The answer thus is "depends".

Question 10

can nasal polyps or deviated septum cause asthma. no aspirin allergy and no family history of asthma but do have asthmatic symptoms

Accepted Answer

Not causative: Neither a deviated septum nor nasal polyps will cause asthma, but these are all  symptoms of allergy in someone your age. Your long term outcome will be best with a thorough evaluation and treatment by an allergist.

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How do a deviated septum and a nasal polyp differ?

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Can sinus cysts or polyps cause a deviated septum or is it the other way around ( deviated septum causes cysts or polyps)?

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How do i know if i have nasal polyps or deviated septum?

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How can i tell if i have a deviated septum or a nasal polyp?

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How to rectify deviated septum or nasal polyp using medicine and food?

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Surgery: tomorrow i'm having nasal polyps removed, he's fixing my deviated septum, & having an extra sinus cavity removed. how long for recovery?

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I am suffering from sinitius. my nose keep getting blocked and open own it's own. is it's cause allergy cuz i think it can't be due to nasal polyps and deviated nasal septum otherwise it won't get open own it's own. am i right??

A member asked:

Doc says deviated septum surgery with removal of polyps/cysts and he wants to enlarge the opening to my sinuses- why enlarge the openings?

A member asked:

Will chronic rhinitis last forever? i mean, will i ever get rid of it? no allergies, nasal polyps or deviated septum. stuffy nose so often!

A member asked:

Can nasal polyps or deviated septum cause asthma. no aspirin allergy and no family history of asthma but do have asthmatic symptoms

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