It's impossible for a deviated septum to heal on its own. However, treatment for a deviated septum varies depending on the circumstances and severity of it.

Can you fix deviated septum without surgery?

Nasal obstruction due to a deviated septum is often made worse by allergies or infections. By treating the allergy or infection, your nasal obstruction may improve enough for you to breathe through your nose without surgery.

What happens if you don't fix deviated septum?

An untreated deviated septum can cause obstructive sleep apnea. When left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to high blood pressure, stroke, heart failure, heart attacks, diabetes, depression, worsening of ADHD and headaches.