HomeAnswersOtolaryngology (E.N.T)covid-19Why do I feel cold air at the back of my throat, and my nasal passages look wider post COVID-19?

Are my wider nasal passages and nasal congestion related to COVID-19?

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Published At June 19, 2022
Reviewed AtJanuary 29, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had COVID-19 three weeks ago. My nasal passages look wider. I feel like I am taking in too much air at night, which is uncomfortable and scary. There is little to no pressure when I sneeze from my right nose. I feel cold air at the back of my throat when I breathe. I randomly experience a funny smell coming from my nose. I have no issues with my smell or taste. However, I did lose my smell for two days due to COVID-19. I have been concerned for a week. I still have some congestion. I will meet an ENT (ear, nose, and throat) surgeon the next week, but I desperately want answers regarding my problems.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You have post-COVID-19 symptoms that differ from one patient to another. These symptoms can persist from weeks to months and sometimes for years. I suggest you use an antihistamine daily for the cold air sensation in your throat.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor for the reply,

I was reading about empty nose syndrome. Should I worry about that because my nose is so dry and wide?

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Empty nose syndrome (ENS) is common after excessive surgical turbinectomy and in some cases of atrophic rhinitis. It is characterized by nasal congestion and a complete loss of smell sensation.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor for the reply,

I am happy with your diagnosis. Will antihistamine tablets make things normal?

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Please do not worry as you will get better with time.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda
Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda

Otolaryngology (E.N.T)

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