Paris Jackson embraces her deviated septum as a sobriety milestone
Paris Jackson, the 24-year-old daughter of the late Michael Jackson, has been open about her struggles with substance abuse and its lasting effects on her health. She recently revealed that she has been living with a deviated septum, a condition that causes a noticeable dip in the bridge of the nose and a loud whistling sound when breathing, since she was about 20 years old.
A deviated septum occurs when there is a hole in the cartilage or bone that separates the nostrils. Paris attributes this condition to her past drug misuse. Despite the noticeable change in her appearance and the potential discomfort caused by the whistling sound, Paris has chosen not to undergo plastic surgery to repair the septum. She celebrated five years of sobriety earlier this year and has expressed a desire to embrace her body as it is, scars and all, as a testament to her journey through addiction and recovery.
Paris Jackson's openness about her deviated septum serves as a reminder that the effects of substance abuse can be long-lasting and visible. By choosing not to fix the condition through surgery, she sends a powerful message about self-acceptance and the importance of prioritising mental health and sobriety.
