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What Causes Altered Sense Of Smell Of Vanilla And Cigarette Smoke?
I have been smelling cigarette smoke several times a day when I know no one is around that is smoking. Lately I have been also smelling vanilla several times a day as well and I know there is no candles or anything in the house that has a vanilla sent.
Tue, 29 Dec 2020
Hello,
Altered smell sensation can be due to nasal congestion. Nasal congestion can occur due to allergy, cold, nasal polyp or growth etc. I suggest you to consult an ENT specialist.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
Altered smell sensation can be due to nasal congestion. Nasal congestion can occur due to allergy, cold, nasal polyp or growth etc. I suggest you to consult an ENT specialist.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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