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When i get a cold some times i start to smell something weird that no one else can smell, like it's inside my nose or something how do i get rid of it?
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Normal: When you have a cold it stimulates the nerve endings in your nose that can cause loss of smell or perception of a smell that is really not there.
Answered 4/22/2013
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Probably: You have a chronic infection in your sinuses caused by fungus or anaerobic bacteria. It could turn into something serious. Consult with ENT specialist.
Answered 6/10/2014
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