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What Causes Smell Of Chlorine (bleaching Powder) In Nose When

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Posted on Mon, 27 May 2019
Question: What causes smell of chlorine (bleaching powder) in nose when bending down
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Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
olfactory epithelium sensitivity responsible.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor services.
I have read your query and here is my advise.

* As per my clinical experience, it is the sensitivity of olfactory epithelium which is
responsible for sensations of particular smell in an individual.

Kindly provide me further details so that I can answer your query completely.

1. Duration of current issue ?
2. Any alteration for other smells ?
3. History of head injury recently or past ?
4. Any other noticeable systemic problem ?

Awaiting for your response.
Regards.

Dr Bhagyesh ( MS consultant surgeon )
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What Causes Smell Of Chlorine (bleaching Powder) In Nose When

Brief Answer: olfactory epithelium sensitivity responsible. Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor services. I have read your query and here is my advise. * As per my clinical experience, it is the sensitivity of olfactory epithelium which is responsible for sensations of particular smell in an individual. Kindly provide me further details so that I can answer your query completely. 1. Duration of current issue ? 2. Any alteration for other smells ? 3. History of head injury recently or past ? 4. Any other noticeable systemic problem ? Awaiting for your response. Regards. Dr Bhagyesh ( MS consultant surgeon )