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Can a blocked septum cause bad breath?
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No: Deviation of the septum will only cause nasal obstruction. Bad breath could be from sinusitis which could in part related to poor nasal breathing from a septal deviation. However, likely from another cause (tonsil stones, gum disease, dental caries, ..).
Answered 9/28/2016
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Yes...: Specially if the blockage is associated with bacterial growth, or sinus backflow drainage. See an ENT specialist.
Answered 9/24/2019
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