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The first days after septoplasty and turbinoplasty my sense of smell came back strong. now after 5 weeks, i can hardly smell anymore. is this normal?
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Speak to your doc: You may need to take proper steroids to help with the swelling. Speak to your surgeon. Good luck from nyc.
Answered 8/30/2013
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See your doctor: You may need to irrigate your nose. Don't self treat until properly evaluated.
Answered 12/13/2012
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