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What Causes Recurring Foul Smells I M Nose?
Hi I have a reoccurring problem with a really bad smell in my nose and when I blow my nose it comes out very bad smelling thick and dark colour but it also has blood mixed in it. I have been to my doctors a few times about it but because at the time they can t see anything they send me away again and again. I always thought that a rancid smell meant an infection? I finally got a doctor to send me to an ent consultant but I don t want to fobbed off so what questions should I ask to try and get this sorted as it has been going on for about 3 years on and off.
Mon, 11 Aug 2014
HI.
Your history of foetor is definitely suggestive of an active infection , most probably in sinuses.
The best way to get a proper diagnosis is ::
Get the secretions for microscopy, staining, culture and sensitivity examination
CT scan of the nose and sinuses to see the causes. There will be one
Get a long course of an antibiotic and supportive treatment
Surgery is indicated.
Your history of foetor is definitely suggestive of an active infection , most probably in sinuses.
The best way to get a proper diagnosis is ::
Get the secretions for microscopy, staining, culture and sensitivity examination
CT scan of the nose and sinuses to see the causes. There will be one
Get a long course of an antibiotic and supportive treatment
Surgery is indicated.
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