Diseases and Conditions
Deviated septum
Managing symptoms
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
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Risk factors
For some people, a deviated septum is present at birth — occurring during fetal development or due to injury during childbirth. After birth, a deviated septum is most commonly caused by an injury that moves your nasal septum out of place. Risk factors include:
- Playing contact sports
- Not wearing your seat belt while riding in a motorized vehicle
