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I have a crooked nose. i feel its causing me to snore, congestion, and stuffiness. is there any way to fix it without surgery? is there a way to break your nose in the safest way possible?

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Dr. Daniel Rosberger answered

No! Don't do it.

Answered 7/15/2021

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Your symptoms are more consistent with a deviated septum than just a crooked nose. Therefore i feel you need to be evaluated by an otolaryngologist {ent}. Most likely would require surgery and only safe way to break your nose is surgically otherwise high risk of worsening deformity

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 7/20/2021

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A member asked:

I have a crooked nose. i feel its causing me to snore, congestion, and stuffiness. is there any way to fix it without surgery? is there a way to break your nose in the safest way possible?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Daniel Rosberger answered

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Dr Machanic agreed

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