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My friend has a deviated septum and claims he cannot blow his nose. is that possible?
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Yes: If the septum is touching the turbinates or the lateral nasal wall (the outer part of the nasal cavity), it can make it difficult to blow. Trying nasal saline irrigation can help, but should see an ENT doctor to further evaluate.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Deviated septum: it is possible the degree of deviation causes complete obstruction rendering nose blowing useless.
Answered 11/21/2014
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