Loss of smell and taste from 5-6 days

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No smell and taste on anything at all from 5-6 days. had mild fever and cold last week Sunday, but recovered completely the very next day. Thereafter only experiencing the loss of taste and smell, Anosmia. Is it a post viral symptom? How long it would take to recover? Any home remedies or medicines to suggest?

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ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist · Accepted Answer

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist

Yes loss of sense of smell and taste maybe because of a viral infection In view of the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic I would advise you to monitor your temperature daily twice,to report there are symptoms of cough, breathlessness etc. To wear mask N95 at home and outside To maintain distancing from others at home (room, utensils, Washroom etc)

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Hydration to be maintained Tab Paracetamol sos for fever multivitamin capsules vit C regularly

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