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What Should I Do About Dizziness And Loss Of Smell And Taste After I Got Over Bronchitis?
Question: I just got over bronchitis, however, I have a headache, I'm dizzy and have lost my sense of smell and taste.
What should I do?
What should I do?
Brief Answer:
No need to worry, it’s quite common after a bout of bronchitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Dizziness along with the feeling of uneasiness is quite common after bronchitis. It is due to resolving infection as well as antibiotic therapy.
No need to worry and you will be in good shape within a few days.
Loss of taste and smell is also quite common.
No particular treatment is required. Drink plenty of water and avoid junk food and stick to a diet rich in fruits and vegetables for few days.
You can have throat soothing lozenges which help to bring back taste sensation quickly.
Wishing you good health. Feel free to ask further.
Thanks
No need to worry, it’s quite common after a bout of bronchitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Dizziness along with the feeling of uneasiness is quite common after bronchitis. It is due to resolving infection as well as antibiotic therapy.
No need to worry and you will be in good shape within a few days.
Loss of taste and smell is also quite common.
No particular treatment is required. Drink plenty of water and avoid junk food and stick to a diet rich in fruits and vegetables for few days.
You can have throat soothing lozenges which help to bring back taste sensation quickly.
Wishing you good health. Feel free to ask further.
Thanks
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
How long should I wait for my headache, dizziness, lack of taste and smell to go away before I see my doctor again? It's already been over a week-10 days.
Brief Answer:
You can wait five to seven more days
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for asking.
You can wait five to seven days more.
Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. Take some steam inhalation daily for the time-being.
If the problem persists after one more week, then you may consult your doctor and get evaluated further.
Wishing you good health
You can wait five to seven more days
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for asking.
You can wait five to seven days more.
Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. Take some steam inhalation daily for the time-being.
If the problem persists after one more week, then you may consult your doctor and get evaluated further.
Wishing you good health
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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