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2021-04-28 13:30:02
Hi Doctors I thought I got exposed to covid so out of fear I sanitized my nostrils using liquid sanitizer yesterday. But now I am not able to smell anything and not getting the taste. Is the smell loss permanent?
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Get rtpcr done

Answered2021-04-30 07:07:11

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Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

Answered2021-04-28 19:19:21

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You should not put sanitizer into any orifices..it's just to sanitize hands..smell loss will be temporary don't worry..get RTPCR test done if you have loss of smell If there is loss of smell, infection will be usually mild
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Answered2021-04-28 13:33:16

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