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Smell and Taste

2020-12-01 06:08:00
Hi Dr, I had been detected with covid in august,2020 and the major symptoms then was lack of taste and smell. Though my senses are back around 85% but even after more than 3 months it hasn't returned completely. I feel depressed. Do I need some treatment or it will come back on its own? How much time does it take? Thanks
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It will most likely return to normal in a month or two.. But don't pay very much attention to it.. It will cause you more mental trauma.. Don't specifically look for the symptoms.

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Most likely it will come back on its own within the next 3 months. In the meantime : 1) Tablet Methycobal once a day. Review again after 1 month.

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It will recover fully ..in some people it takes a little longer. Don't worry

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Consult online with pic of nose from nostril side close view and proper history with video call for better understanding of problem

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