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What Causes Persistent Smell Of Vinegar In Nose?

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Posted on Mon, 4 Jul 2016
Question: For the last five days I keep smelling a vinegary/onion like odor and its driving me nuts. I smell it at all times. am I expelling this odor?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (3 hours later)
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome

I appreciate your concern

Maxillary sinusitis, tonsillitis and atrophic rhinitis needs to be looked for. ENT exam should be done.
Olfactory nerve damage can also be responsible. The infective cause should be treated promptly if present with antibiotics.

let me know if you have any query

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Dr M.S Khalil
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What Causes Persistent Smell Of Vinegar In Nose?

Brief Answer: Explained Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome I appreciate your concern Maxillary sinusitis, tonsillitis and atrophic rhinitis needs to be looked for. ENT exam should be done. Olfactory nerve damage can also be responsible. The infective cause should be treated promptly if present with antibiotics. let me know if you have any query Wishing you best of health Thanks Dr M.S Khalil