I'm really concerned about my sister who has been unable to smell or taste for many years. She only told us about it a few years back, and now she's 25. Do you know if there's any treatment or anything we can do to help her? I'm worried about what this means for her future.

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I'm having a lot of discomfort at the back of my tongue. It's sore, and I'm in quite a bit of pain. I've noticed it's turning a bluish color with some lines and spots. I'm really concerned and not sure what's going on. Could you help me figure out what might be causing this?

That could be due to Vitamin Deficiency, visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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Hey, I've noticed that when my husband sneezes, there's this really bad smell. It's pretty concerning. He also has bad breath every now and then. What could be causing this? I'm a bit worried.

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That could be CSOM needs immediate attention ,visit your ENT doctor for appropriate management.

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