A deviated septum occurs from a lateral or compressive blow to the nose and may result in a hematoma, which needs to be surgically drained.

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A deviated septum can indeed occur from a lateral or compressive blow to the nose, and if a septal hematoma forms as a result, it typically requires surgical drainage to prevent complications such as cartilage damage or infection.

A Deviated Septum Occurs from a Lateral or Compressive Blow