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My post nasal drip tastes and smell bad, like a stink bug. its been there for a couple weeks but my nose doesn't hurt. my sense of smell is lessened.

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Dr. David Brouwer answered

Sinus: You may have a sinus infection. See your primary care doctor for an evaluation and possibly antibiotics.

Answered 10/10/2016

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A member asked:

My post nasal drip tastes and smell bad, like a stink bug. its been there for a couple weeks but my nose doesn't hurt. my sense of smell is lessened.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Brouwer answered

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