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What Causes Sweet Smell When I Breathe In Through Nose?
Question: What could be causing a sweet smell when I breathe in through my nose. I am caucasian male 67 years old in good physical condition. I do not have diabetes.
Brief Answer:
Inflammation of the upper respiratory system
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
smells can originate from the upper respiratory system, liver damage, diabetes or consuming volatile substances (like alcohol for example). If you haven't noticed the different smell after consuming a particular drink then the other cause may apply. The most common one is the first.
Inflammation of the upper respiratory system (rhinitis, sinusitis etc) may cause a smell. If you're having symptoms like nasal congestion etc then it could be it. Sometimes the symptoms may be only minimal or even absent.
Liver damage may cause a smell, but it's unlikely that the smell would have been the first sign of this condition!
I hope I've helped!
Kind Regards!
Inflammation of the upper respiratory system
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
smells can originate from the upper respiratory system, liver damage, diabetes or consuming volatile substances (like alcohol for example). If you haven't noticed the different smell after consuming a particular drink then the other cause may apply. The most common one is the first.
Inflammation of the upper respiratory system (rhinitis, sinusitis etc) may cause a smell. If you're having symptoms like nasal congestion etc then it could be it. Sometimes the symptoms may be only minimal or even absent.
Liver damage may cause a smell, but it's unlikely that the smell would have been the first sign of this condition!
I hope I've helped!
Kind Regards!
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