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Deviated Septum – Symptoms and Causes

Nosebleeds

If you have nosebleeds frequently, a deviated septum might be a possible cause. Delicate and moist tissue mucosa covers the surface of the nose. This part contains a rich network of blood vessels on the surface. When your nasal septum is deviated, the membranes in the normal part of the nose can be more exposed to the air. As a result, it would dry out the membranes and cause a lack of moisture, which makes your nose more prone to nosebleeds. This problem is not serious in most cases. A little patience and local pressure would help stop bleeding. [4]