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Had flu early july with the only symptom being a blocked and runny nose. gp gave me some after a couple of days my nose cleared up but up until today i cannot smell or taste probably note i also stopped smoking what can cause this?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Symptoms: Infections that impact the upper respiratory system can blunt senses of smell and taste. Often this can resolve within a week or two - however can take significantly longer.

Answered 8/12/2020

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A member asked:

Had flu early july with the only symptom being a blocked and runny nose. gp gave me some after a couple of days my nose cleared up but up until today i cannot smell or taste probably note i also stopped smoking what can cause this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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