I have a deviated septum. sometimes, i am unable to breathe.i feel better after i use a spray. should i opt for a surgery?

Your choice: Septoplasty is an elective surgery. That means it is entirely up to the patient. If the obstruction is constant, or if you are getting tired of using the spray, then surgery is a more lasting option.

Maybe, maybe not...: You really need to be examined to be sure, because there are many causes of nasal obstruction besides a deviated septum. I would not rush into surgery but would find out exactly what the cause of your obstruction might be. See an ENT doctor. Good luck!

Yes: My experience is that for the people's who have a significantly deviated septum, surgery when done right works great. Patients who have this surgery usually wish they had done it sooner. But if your septum is only mildly deviated you might not as a good of a response to surgery. In these patients i recommend a longer trial of the nasal steroid spray or shrinking the turbinates in the office first.

Septal deviation: If the septum obstruct your airway then you need an ENT , or a plastic surgeon.

Deviated septum: A deviated septum is not an uncommon problem. It can lead to nasal obstruction, snoring and even sinus issues. You only need surgery if you are having symptoms.If there are symptoms like nasal obstruction, snoring or recurrent sinusitis, have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist.

How severe?: it really depends on the severity of your symptoms and if you are capable of living with the temporary effects of the obstruction. If medication adequately treats your symptoms, that is typically sufficient. If you are bothered by the obstruction and experience recurrent bouts of sinusitis, surgery may be an option. Discuss with an expert