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A member asked:

Can nasal spray decongestants alter sense of smell and taste? i have had a cold and now i can't smell or taste anything! my nose is no longer blocked.

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Probably the cold: The sprays and decongestants usually do not have any effect on smell and taste. Its usually the cold virus that can cause inflammation in the upper nose leading to decreased sense of smell and then decreased taste. See an ENT doctor for an evaluation.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 1/25/2018

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