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Suggest Medication For Loss Of Taste And Smell While Suffering From Sinus Congestion

i have some pretty bad sinus congestion and pain right now, i cant smell i cant taste. i dont have a fever or body aches but i do have chest congestion as well so definitly something attacking my mucous membranes is my guess however i used vicks sinex about ten minutes ago and nothing happened what else can i do/try? im in alot of pain
Thu, 7 Feb 2019
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Hi,

Understanding your concern. Loss of taste and smell while suffering from sinus congestion is quiet common. So I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination and go for X-ray or CT scan for proper diagnosis. He/she may prescribe nasal decongestant, antibiotic course or mucolytic agent (ambroxol). Take proper course of antihistamine medications. For now, do warm saline gargles, take saline nasal drops. You should take steam 2-3 times a day and drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist
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Suggest Medication For Loss Of Taste And Smell While Suffering From Sinus Congestion

Hi, Understanding your concern. Loss of taste and smell while suffering from sinus congestion is quiet common. So I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination and go for X-ray or CT scan for proper diagnosis. He/she may prescribe nasal decongestant, antibiotic course or mucolytic agent (ambroxol). Take proper course of antihistamine medications. For now, do warm saline gargles, take saline nasal drops. You should take steam 2-3 times a day and drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist