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What Causes Unusual Smell In The Nose After Using Inhalers And Nasal Sprays?
I have a chemical smell in my nose. WHY? I had been sick for at least 3 weeks cold/flu ?bronchidus. My doctor gave me a steroid shot; along with ALL types of meds. Inhaler,nasal spray, cough med...I ve had this smell ever since. At first I COULDN T smell anything..PLEASE HELP
Tue, 2 May 2017
The smell may be due to a post viral infection and can persist for 6 weeks. please don't worry don't worry and continue the inhaler as it will help in early recovery. Thanks
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