What are the main causes of foul-smelling sneezing?
Disease description:
I've been sneezing frequently lately, and sometimes the air I exhale has a foul odor. What could be causing this? What are the main reasons for sneezing accompanied by a bad smell?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lei
The main cause of foul-smelling sneezing may be upper respiratory tract inflammation. Local conditions such as oral inflammation or tonsillitis can also lead to bad odor during sneezing. When nasal examination rules out these nasal diseases, examinations of surrounding organs such as the esophagus and oral cavity should be performed. Some patients may experience foul-smelling sneezes due to allergic rhinitis. Nasal polyps are best treated surgically in a hospital setting.
