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I have constant problems breathing out of my left nostril, but i'm not stuffed up. could it be a deviated septum?
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Yes: Yes it does sound like it - please see ENT for possibly surgical repair.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Possible: A constant unilateral blockage can also be from inverting papilloma or other neoplasm.See an ENT doctor.
Answered 12/13/2014
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Deviated septum: A deviated septum is not an uncommon problem.If there are symptoms like nasal obstruction, snoring or recurrent sinusitis, have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist.
Answered 11/21/2014
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