HELP. I CANT SMELL ANYTHING- LOSS OF SMELL

[I-SING-FOR-HIM]

I HAVE HAD TWO SINUS SURGERIES IN THE PAST 3 YEARS. AFTER THE LAST SURGERY I LOST MY SENSE OF SMELL. WHENEVER I WAS PUT ON A ANTI-BIOTIC FOR ANOTHER MEDICAL PROBLEM I WOULD GET BOUTS OF "WOW WHAT IS THAT SMELL"..I COULD SMELL FOR SHORT PERIODS OF TIME. I TALKED TO MY DOCTOR ABOUT IT BUT HE DOESNT SEEM CONCERNED.. I AM USING NASONEX, CLARITIN, ADVAIR, SINGULAR FOR MY ALLERGIES AND ASTHMA. I ALSO TAKE CELEBREX AND ZOLOFT. NOW I CANT SMELL AT ALL NOT EVEN AFTER ANTIBIOTICS OR STEROID MEDS.

IT IS VERY FRUSTRATING. I HAVE ASTHMA AND CANT TELL IF I AM SMELLING SOMETHING THAT WOULD IRRITATE ME. I CANT SMELL IF THERE IS A FIRE OR SOMETHING BURNING...ANYONE OUT THERE WITH THIS PROBLEM AND DID YOU FIND SOMETHING TO FIX IT...

[sully2]

My brother has had this problem.  he recently underwent surgery to repair two holes in his sinus and to rebuild his right sinus cavity.  Since his surgery, his sense of smell has returned.  You said that you've had two surgeries already.  Is it possible that one of the surgeries caused temporary nerve damage?  It can take up to 6 months for nerves to repair following surgery... just some food for thought... good luck with getting a doctor that will get to the source of it for you.

[sdayes]

Since I have become pregnant, I have absolutely no sense of smell. I've always has sinus problems and have taken antibiotics in the past to clear them up.
I am limited on what I take during the pregnancy, I did take antibiotics during my first trimeter but stopped beacuse they were making me sick. I am currrently on a nasal steriod which helps clear the blockage but has not restored my sense of smell. Help me please I'm at a loss, I want to be able to smell my baby good and bad.

[haywiredon]

I lost my sense of smell, hence by taste, after using Zicam products for treatment of a head cold.  I don't want to sue or file claims--I just want my sense of smell restored.  I have never had a head injury.  I don't have chronic sinus problems.  The air passage through by nose and sinus cavaties is clear and not obstructed.  However, I can not smell.  I can not smell cologne, coffee, and I have even held a jar of Vicks salve under my nose and I smelled nothing.  Except for texture and temperature, I can not taste the difference between chocolate ice cream and salsa.  I would appreciate any suggestions that might help restore my sense of smell and taste.  Thanks.    Don

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

The loss of sense of smell is called - ANOSMIA; in medical terminology. There are several causes of anosmia that need to be ruled out to establish the correct diagnosis.

You would need to see an ENT specialist for a detailed clinical examination and relevant investigations and then decide about the further plan of mangement.

What is your age? Do you have any other symptoms related to your ear, nose or throat?

Let us know about how you are doing and what your doctor advises.

Regards.

[CatGoddess]

I had Asnosmia - I got it after an intense sinus infection and could not smell or taste for about 8 months.. I tried the conventional medicine route as you are doing and it didn't work.  I then went on a detox diet and got tested for food allergies.  I elminated the foods I was allergic to.  I also started seeing a DO (Osteopath) and started getting accupunture.  This combination worked for me and now my smell/taste is back about 90 percent.  

[penngirl]

I too have lost my sense of smell and therefore sense of taste. I noticed it after I had a really bad cold/flu with a probable sinus infection..I took Levaquin (antibiotic) for the sinus problem but had to stop  due to some VERY unpleasant side deffects..I have  read that this antibiotic could be the reason for the loss but more than likely the viral infection ..whatever the reason, it stinks..It's been about 6 weeks now so I'll give it another month and then probably go to an ENT..But by the way it sounds from others, that will probably be a dead end street...I also have allergies and asthma so wo knows..but since it started right afte the flu, I am leaning toward my  virus theory

[g226]

I quit smoking  2 months ago...had a period of shortness of breath and anxiety, now unable to smell!!! I can only distinguish texture consistency and temp.Im  currently taking zoloft, with no other problems or medications.Its so frustratiing to make the right health choice by not smoking but have given up the extreme pleasure of eating.I have gained weight. 10 pds. all by shear inability to satiate my appetite.Its definitely a tough and missed sense.

[HBO]

I have the very symptoms as penngirl.  I developed upper chest congestion about 4 weeks ago, along with a LOT of phlegm in my sinuses.  This went on for a couple weeks, during that time I lost my sense of smell.  I finally went to my doctor and he prescribed antibiotics.  Neither of us were concerned about the smell problem, chalking it up to my blocked sinuses.  

Well, my chest is all but cleared up now but I continue to produce a lot of phlegm, even though I can breath easily.  NO smell whatsoever and I'm getting concerned.  

[Shoulin]

Hello doctor, i cant smell or taste at all, ive recently have nasal polys removed. the surgery went all good, i couldnt smell before the surgery eitha. im 22, it is very dificult and i really hate it. i need someone to help me out. i havnt been able to smell for approx 2 years now and fear. im goin on a vaccation next month and want to get sorted by then, is there any chance someone can help me out. iv tried all the nasal sprays, absolutley nothing wont help. my smell is completely gone ealia on today i put my nose in vicks and could smell absolutely NOTHING. there must be someone that could help, ive heard about an injection call kenlog will this help? will my smell and taste ever return back to normal? i was completely fine about 2 years ago.
Thank you (By Shoulin)

[Shoulin]

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