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What Causes Loss Of Sense Of Taste And Smell?
Posted on
Mon, 3 Aug 2015
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Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Mon, 3 Aug 2015
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Tue, 25 Aug 2015
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Question : I have no sense of smell or taste for 2 months. Said nasal area little inflamed. Gave prednisone and waiting on followup appt Now it feels like something is stuck in my throat....won't clear and doesn't burn per se but is uncomfortable. I dont know how else to explain it. Not being able to smell is scary.
Brief Answer:
Possible Chronic Severe Pharyngitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
Inability to smell or taste can result from Inflammtion of the upper respiratory tarct.
The possible sensation of obstruction in the throat can result severe Posterior pharyngeal wall inflammation.
All you need is an Indirect Laryngoscopy to assess the severity of infection.
Prednisone can actually worsen the clinical picture if used alone.
Suitable antibiotics will help to eliminate the infection and reduce the symptoms.
Drugs like Augmentin or Levofloxacin cause excellent resolution of symptoms.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
Possible Chronic Severe Pharyngitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
Inability to smell or taste can result from Inflammtion of the upper respiratory tarct.
The possible sensation of obstruction in the throat can result severe Posterior pharyngeal wall inflammation.
All you need is an Indirect Laryngoscopy to assess the severity of infection.
Prednisone can actually worsen the clinical picture if used alone.
Suitable antibiotics will help to eliminate the infection and reduce the symptoms.
Drugs like Augmentin or Levofloxacin cause excellent resolution of symptoms.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
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Dr. Raju A.T
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