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My boyfriend suddenly lost his sense of smell. he had a sleep apnea test done 3 days ago, on a machine,plus one if his nostrils is stuffed up, due to a slight cold.also when the test was done, his nostrils were clear. what caused this?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

COVID-19?: You won't like to hear this, but loss of smell (anosmia) or taste often is the first symptom of COVID-19, the epidemic coronavirus infection. Nasal congestion also could go along with this. And you probably know that COVID-19 is currently a big problem in NYC. He should contact his doctor right away.

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Answered 4/24/2023

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A member asked:

My boyfriend suddenly lost his sense of smell. he had a sleep apnea test done 3 days ago, on a machine,plus one if his nostrils is stuffed up, due to a slight cold.also when the test was done, his nostrils were clear. what caused this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

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