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Suffering from a strange condition. frequently, i release foul farty smell from nose. thought it's an illusion. but, people around me always feel suffocated. is this because of sibo or methane overgrowth? my social life is a nightmare?

Q: suffering from a strange condition. frequently, i release foul farty smell from nose. thought it's an illusion. but, people around me always feel suffocated. is this because of sibo or methane overgrowth? my social life is a nightmare?

: Would suggest a thorough dental, ear, nose and throat exam, sinuses and possible chronic infections appear more likely. Other conditions cannot be ruled out.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Would suggest a thorough dental, ear, nose and throat exam, sinuses and possible chronic infections appear more likely. Other conditions cannot be ruled out.

Answered 5/21/2023

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A member asked:

Suffering from a strange condition. frequently, i release foul farty smell from nose. thought it's an illusion. but, people around me always feel suffocated. is this because of sibo or methane overgrowth? my social life is a nightmare?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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