Does a deviated septum cause coughing?
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Does a deviated septum cause coughing?
Deviated Septum:
A deviated septum refers to the nasal septum being misaligned, meaning it is shifted to one side of the nasal passage or the other. This can widen one side of the nasal passage while restricting the other.
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View this answerYes, a deviated septum can cause coughing. This is because a significantly deviated septum can cause sinus congestion that leads to post-nasal drip...
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