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Sense of smell fluctuating
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My sister is suffering from cold.She is fully vaccinated and covid survivor as well. The sense of smell of my sister goes away when her nose blocks and it returns the moment her nose is cleared. She is panicking. She is thinking that she got affected by covid 19 again.Kindly suggest what can be done to calm her down.
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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.
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When was the last time she suffered from covid?
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Loss of smell when nose is blocked is normal, please give her steam inhalation with karvol plus capsule
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Contact for nasal drop+ tab + smelling salt to overcome problem if you wish
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This is not uncommon
Saline gargle and steam inhalation may be beneficial
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Nothing to worry
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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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It will subside once the cold subsides...
No need to worry
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Need more details about your condition, kindly go for a consultation
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Its normal..nothing to worry
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Dr. Bishwa Prakash Mishra
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Mist probably she has caught cold,kindly consult me for further medication and advice
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