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What Causes A Foul Odour From The Nose?
Question: How can I get rid of my nostril bad smell? I had post nasil drip. I can smell it when I exhale and my girlfriend smell it
Brief Answer:
it is probably sinusitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to healthcaremagic,
From your symptoms it looks like you are suffering from Sinusitis.
Do not worry. You will need an antibiotic preferably of the penicillin group. The course should be 9 -11 days. Contact an ENT surgeon who can prescribe antibiotics/
Along with the antibiotic, you will also need a nasal decongestant like otrivin. it helps to keep the sinuses well ventilated and controls infection.
Instill 3 drops of otrivin in each nostril 3 times a day and follow it up with steam inhalation for 5 days.
Also remember to drink lots of water and keep yourself well hydrated.
Regards,
Dr Rajkishori Godhi (MS ENT)
it is probably sinusitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to healthcaremagic,
From your symptoms it looks like you are suffering from Sinusitis.
Do not worry. You will need an antibiotic preferably of the penicillin group. The course should be 9 -11 days. Contact an ENT surgeon who can prescribe antibiotics/
Along with the antibiotic, you will also need a nasal decongestant like otrivin. it helps to keep the sinuses well ventilated and controls infection.
Instill 3 drops of otrivin in each nostril 3 times a day and follow it up with steam inhalation for 5 days.
Also remember to drink lots of water and keep yourself well hydrated.
Regards,
Dr Rajkishori Godhi (MS ENT)
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