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Had covid 6 weeks ago. smell and taste are still minimal. recently develop stuffed nose on right side and a metallic smell in my nose. could this be from covid, sinus infection or lpr reflux?
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Smell and taste can take weeks/months/years to return. Metallic smell probably part of it. Stuffy nose maybe allergies or another viral infection.
Answered 3/16/2021
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I agree with Dr. Lentnek, It could potentially take weeks to months for recovery of senses of taste and smell. The metallic smell might be parosmia which is usually temporary & distorts odors. This may occur when recovering from lack of smell (anosmnia). Nasal congestion could be from many, many things.
Answered 3/22/2021
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Visit this site for information on long term sequelae of Covid-19: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-long-term-effects/art-20490351#:~:text=COVID%2D19%20symptoms%20can,within%20a%20few%20weeks Wish you good health!
Answered 3/17/2021
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