Question 1

i've had lots of weird symptoms since i had covid in late february. lightheadedness, feeling shaky, cough, intermittent loss of taste/smell, etc. do you know of any treatments/cures that have shown results or promise? or any good tests to get done?

Accepted Answer

: These symptoms are normal for many as well as others. This is called long COVID and some go away in time. Be sure to get at least 3 or more booster shots. I had COVID but because I go to the gym 5 days a week, I'm fine so far. Try to exercise a lot.

Question 2

ive been experiencing loss of smell post covid-19 diagnosis.  its been 5 months post recovery.  should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Unfortunately, in a few people the loss of sense of smell could be permanent. Visit this site for information on this topic: https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20200604/covid19-loss-of-smell-taste-might-be-long-term#1
Wish you good health!

Question 3

i'm worried about my loss of smell?

Accepted Answer

In ZA?:  These symptoms could be caused by a variety of infections (to include COVID 19) My understanding is that in South Africa- one needs to consult with a medical provider who will then make the determination about whether they will make a COVID 19 testing referral or not. Rest, hydration, acetaminophen, decongestant, cough med &amp; nasal saline irrigation may help mild symptoms. Make sure to quarantine.

Question 4

i have just read an article saying loss of smell is an early predictor of death. my mu has lost hers. worried. please help!

Accepted Answer

What's the context.: Loss of smell could simply come from allergies, too.  We can't take an isolated finding like the loss of the sense of smell and cal it a harbinger of death.  But get her a check-up regardless.

Question 5

i have a loss of smell and taste and when i do taste some things, it tastes burnt. i am not on meds, only used mj twice. what could be a cause?

Accepted Answer

Marijuana: maryjane sometimes burns very hot and is likely the cause of your problem. You should recover if you stop its use. If not you need a ENT doctor

Question 6

i have loss my sense of smell ......what is this a sign of?

Accepted Answer

Anosmia: Losing the sense of smell has many causes in its differential. After you have seen your gp, you may need to see an ENT to rule out benign causes such as sinus involvement or nasal polyps. Rarely can tumors be a reason. Do not forget that as we age our senses wane as well where we sometimes lose the ability to smell and taste.

Question 7

does loss of smell indicate that its the early stages of covid and does it indicated that more severe symptoms are yet to come?

Accepted Answer

A symptom: It is one of the symptoms associated with COVID 19.
Other symptoms are similar to flu symptoms. Severe infection is characterized by respiratory distress.

Question 8

i tested positive with covid 19 the only symptom is loss of smell and taste is there any medication i can take its been 14 days now?

Accepted Answer

Monitor temperature: There are treatments available for COVID 19 lung disease. Your case may be mild but viral shedding may be prolonged. Recovery may take some time, continue to monitor your temperature, use social distancing, and please report symptoms, including fever to your PCP.

Question 9

i took zicam rapidmelts for 3 days o shorten a cold as directed and am now experiencing loss of smell/taste. is this permanent? i've heard that it is.

Accepted Answer

Its an uncommon: but disturbing side effect of Zinc and it is even more uncommon for it to be permanent...HOWEVER do NOT use it again!  Time will "tell" be patient!

Hope this helps
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Question 10

hi i started to experience loss of smell and bit of taste today 20th jan 2021. i'm not sure if this is covid as i experienced it after steaming with kavol drops last night and this morning. please advise ?

Accepted Answer

COVID  concerns:  I don't know if use of the decongestant drops had any impact on your sense of smell or taste. Suspicion for COVID 19 is higher with at least 2 of these sx’s: temp of at least 99.6, Cough, Shortness of breath, Chills, Shivering, Muscle pain, Headache, Sore throat or new loss of taste or smell.

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I've had lots of weird symptoms since i had covid in late february. lightheadedness, feeling shaky, cough, intermittent loss of taste/smell, etc. do you know of any treatments/cures that have shown results or promise? or any good tests to get done?

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Ive been experiencing loss of smell post covid-19 diagnosis. its been 5 months post recovery. should i be worried?

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I'm worried about my loss of smell?

A member asked:

I have just read an article saying loss of smell is an early predictor of death. my mu has lost hers. worried. please help!

A member asked:

I have a loss of smell and taste and when i do taste some things, it tastes burnt. i am not on meds, only used mj twice. what could be a cause?

A member asked:

I have loss my sense of smell ......what is this a sign of?

A member asked:

Does loss of smell indicate that its the early stages of covid and does it indicated that more severe symptoms are yet to come?

A member asked:

I tested positive with covid 19 the only symptom is loss of smell and taste is there any medication i can take its been 14 days now?

A member asked:

I took zicam rapidmelts for 3 days o shorten a cold as directed and am now experiencing loss of smell/taste. is this permanent? i've heard that it is.

A member asked:

Hi i started to experience loss of smell and bit of taste today 20th jan 2021. i'm not sure if this is covid as i experienced it after steaming with kavol drops last night and this morning. please advise ?

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