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Loss of smell
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I am having loss of smell from last 5 days but no other symptoms, I am absolutely fit and fine otherwise. No blockage on my nose able to breathe full lungs (oxy level 99) but still seems to have loss the smell. Wot should I do?
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Loss of smell is one of the important symptom of covid 19, although there r other reason too .
Get RTPCR done .. there r some drugs which can help u to recover a bit fast
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consult online for further evaluation and management
Health Tips
steam inhalation
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Isolate yourself
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covid test to be done RTPCR
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steam inhalation twice daily
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Dr. Samvartika Somvanshi
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
12 yrs exp
Lucknow
Nowadays anosmia is a key feature of Covid 19 but other reasons may also be there.
Next Steps
go for RTPCR, Isolate and start multivitamins and other supportive measures.start nasoclear saline drops 3 drops QID.
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