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Anosmia, nasal polyps
I cannot smell anything for years, gottu know that I have nasal polyps and said I have anosmia, then I gottu know that lipoic acid can cure my problem. Can I have it doctor ?
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Nasal polyps can cause anosmia but it needs to be confirmed by clinical examination CT scan or diagnostic nasal endoscopy. Treatment depends on extent of the polyposis. Many times initial treatment with steroids and steroid nasal sprays are helpful. If polyposis reccur or persistent then you may need to undergo surgery
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required
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