Question 1

can oral thrush cause a constant bad/distorted smell in my nose?

Accepted Answer

: Possibly, also consider sinusitis. Thrush treatment is available.

Question 2

bad smell constantly, no one else smells it? it isn't coming from my mouth, nose, or body. it started slowly maybe a year ago but it is persistant now

Accepted Answer

See ENT: If you are smelling something that is not there consistently, then should have a good ENT examination to be sure there is no problem in your sinuses. He/she will likely do an exam enhanced by a small camera.

Question 3

what are the causes for bad smell in nose?

Accepted Answer

Bad smell in nose: You could have an infection in your nose or sinuses. Have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist.

Question 4

why i smell bad odor coming from my nose

Accepted Answer

Dysosmia: Sometimes people have a bad smell coming from the nose after a viral illness ar losing smell. It is called dysosmia.

Question 5

what can cause air from nose to smell bad?

Accepted Answer

Sinusitis: You probably have sinusitis or infection of the sinuses.  This can cause a foul smell from the nose.   Other possibilities may be an infection in the nose itself.  Have your ENT evaluate you.

Question 6

what is the best thing to do if your nose smells bad?

Accepted Answer

Infection?: You may want to have your doctor take a look. You may have a sinus infection that requires some treatment.

Question 7

sweet smell in nose constant?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: False odors can be due to injury of the olefactory (smell) nerves in the nose that can follow a severe viral nasal infection, injury to the nerve such as following a head injury, sinus infection, or rarely a frontal brain tumor.  See ENT doctor if persistent.

Question 8

why ca'nt i smell antyhing after constantly blowing my nose?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: Allergies or viral illnesses will cause you to need to blow your nose a lot.  They can also cause inflammation that will affect your sense of smell.  Viral illness will likely go away within 10 days, but can cause long lasting damage to your smell (not common).  Allergies may need medical treatment with tablets or nasal sprays.  See a doctor if the small does not return after other symptoms resolv.

Question 9

why is there a really bad smell coming from my nose and throat?

Accepted Answer

Are you sick?: Do you have a sore throat? Do you brush and floss your teeth regularly? If you do try a mouthwash like listetene. Visit a dentist.

Question 10

having a bad cold, can breathe through nose but can't smell. help?

Accepted Answer

Cold tips:: Sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). Get strep test/culture if very sore. Congestion – saline nose drops or netti pot. For anti-inflammatory effect & mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.  Hydrate- lots of water/clear broth/ add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea..  Fever/ pain – Acetaminophen / nsaid’s  rest!

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Can oral thrush cause a constant bad/distorted smell in my nose?

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Bad smell constantly, no one else smells it? it isn't coming from my mouth, nose, or body. it started slowly maybe a year ago but it is persistant now

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What are the causes for bad smell in nose?

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Why i smell bad odor coming from my nose

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What can cause air from nose to smell bad?

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What is the best thing to do if your nose smells bad?

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Sweet smell in nose constant?

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Why ca'nt i smell antyhing after constantly blowing my nose?

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Why is there a really bad smell coming from my nose and throat?

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Having a bad cold, can breathe through nose but can't smell. help?

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