HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Sensitivity To Smell Along With Wheezing And Cough?

I have a strong smell in my nose.It is almost to the point of gagging me. I have never smoked and no one I am around smokes either, that is what it smells like. I have asthma and recently I have had coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Whatever that is is going around the town I live in. I can not walk very far without having to stop to catch my breath. Until the last week, I have never had that particular problem before. The smell in my nose had been off and on for a while now.
Tue, 5 Apr 2016
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sensitivity to smell along with wheezing and cough. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like COPD symptoms , acute bronchitis , acid reflux , asthmatic condition , sleeping apnea or upper respiratory infection. Need not to worry. Avoid intake of outside food. Avoid cold, carbonated beverages. For now eat light at night , take benadryl twice a day and keep your head elevated while lying down. I would suggest you to consult pulmonologist for proper examination. Doctor may order chest x-ray, blood test and check vitals along with vitals. Doctor may also refer you to ENT specialist for upper respiratory tract infection or post nasal drip or allergy specialist for asthma. Doctor may also recommend CPAP machine after sleep study .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Sensitivity To Smell Along With Wheezing And Cough?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sensitivity to smell along with wheezing and cough. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like COPD symptoms , acute bronchitis , acid reflux , asthmatic condition , sleeping apnea or upper respiratory infection. Need not to worry. Avoid intake of outside food. Avoid cold, carbonated beverages. For now eat light at night , take benadryl twice a day and keep your head elevated while lying down. I would suggest you to consult pulmonologist for proper examination. Doctor may order chest x-ray, blood test and check vitals along with vitals. Doctor may also refer you to ENT specialist for upper respiratory tract infection or post nasal drip or allergy specialist for asthma. Doctor may also recommend CPAP machine after sleep study . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari