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Can sinus infection cause bad odor?

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Dr. David Martin answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Sinusitis: Both acute sinusitis and chronic sinusitis can cause a change in your sense of smell. They can also cause bad breath. If your sense of smell is severely compromised, see an ent.

Answered 10/15/2018

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