Question 1

I've been dealing with this weird smell in my nose that only I can feel, and it only happens when I exhale. It's not just a smell, it's like a warm sensation in my chest, but there's no real pain, just discomfort. I have a history of headaches that seem to be linked to weather changes and are usually one-sided or behind my eyes. I'm seeing an ENT who's given me antibiotics and an allergy spray, and there was a little improvement, but the smell came back around day eight of the ten-day antibiotic cycle.

I also noticed that drinking coffee makes the smell worse. It's like a dusty, smoky, stuffy, warm odor, and it's almost like I can feel it too. My ENT is planning a CT scan of my sinuses and mentioned that everything looks good from the exams he did with a scope. I've done blood work and urine tests for STDs and other diseases and everything was negative.

He mentioned the chance of a brain tumor is extremely slim based on the follow-ups and exams. I'm really puzzled and just want to figure out what this could be. How much further do I need to go to get some solid answers?

Accepted Answer

A contrast enhanced CT scan of your nose and paranasal sinuses should reveal the pathology.

Question 2

I'm having this discomfort when I swallowit feels painful in my throat, not just when I eat or drink, but sometimes even with just saliva. It's kind of worrying me. Could you help me figure out what might be going on or suggest something I can try at home?

Accepted Answer

you can try theese remedy Try hot tea with lemon or some hot soup.
Keep your throat moist with lozenges or hard candies.
Gargle with warm salt water or use ice chips.
Cold liquids or popsicles can numb the pain. ...
Use a humidifier or vaporizer, especially when sleeping, to keep air from getting too dry.

Question 3

I've been dealing with this gurgling noise in my throat, along with a stuffed nose and I'm constantly trying to clear my throat. Should I be concerned about these symptoms, and do you have any idea what might be causing them? It's been really bothering me.

Accepted Answer

Do not worry, visit you ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate treatment.

I'm dealing with a sore throat and did some hot water and salt gargling. Just wondering, after doing that, how long should I wait before eating?

3-5mins gap is enough, consume warm foods for better results.

More ENT Health Queries

I'm having this discomfort when I swallowit feels painful in my throat, not just when I eat or drink, but sometimes even with just saliva. It's kind of worrying me. Could you help me figure out what might be going on or suggest something I can try at home?

I've been dealing with this gurgling noise in my throat, along with a stuffed nose and I'm constantly trying to clear my throat. Should I be concerned about these symptoms, and do you have any idea what might be causing them? It's been really bothering me.

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