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Loss in taste and smell

2021-12-01 01:10:40
I was having cough and cold since last 3-4 days. Yesterday then i felt i am not able to taste or smell anything. Today i went for COVID test and it came NEGATIVE. What will be the reason for loss of taste and smell and how can i regain it back to normal? What medicine should i take?
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Cold itself causes blocked nostrils which result in loss of taste n smell

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It may happen in  normal cold or flu also.
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Taste n smell may be lost in normal flu.
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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

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This is passing phase. Not to worrie. Eat orange pineapple  kokam   smelling salt will overcome your problem  if you need contact

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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

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Even if covid test Is negative  if you have complete loss of taste and smell it is covid only 30 % covid cases RTPCR will be negative Good thing when you have loss of taste and smell it is mild covid

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You need to discuss ur complaint and symptoms in detail so we can help u with best solution to to ur problems.Please consult personally for ur personalized best care plan.

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Impaired senses are not uncommon in cough and cold Saline gargle and steam inhalation may be beneficial
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Consultation is advisable

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Take food rich in vitamin c

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Along with cough and cold, is fever also there?. If fever is there take dolo 650mg two times a day. If only cough and cold. Then let me know and accordingly Medicine can be prescribed. Consult online and let me know the details accordingly to your convenient time slot.

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