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Michael Jackson’s daughter reveals shocking side effect of past drug habit

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  • Paris Jackson, daughter of Michael Jackson, disclosed she has a perforated septum, attributing the condition to past drug use.
  • The 27-year-old model and singer demonstrated the perforation using a phone torch, noting it causes a loud whistle when she breathes.
  • Jackson explained that she has chosen not to undergo surgery to correct the septum, as it would require taking pills that could jeopardise her nearly six years of sobriety.
  • She previously revealed on Instagram that she had been an alcoholic and a heroin addict, celebrating five years of being 'clean and sober' earlier this year.
  • The NHS states that a perforated septum can result from various factors, including cocaine use or inserting objects into the nose.
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