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Very weak sense of smell

2018-05-27 04:57:59
My sense of smell is very weak though I don't have cold . This has become a chronic problem. Please suggest some medicine to help overcome this.
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There are many causes for decreased sense of smell such as allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps, viral infection, after head injury, after nasal surgery etc. Treatment depends on identifying cause for your problem
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2018-05-27 13:30:17

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