Dr. Ashok Kumar
Geriatrics
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Hi doctor,
Thank you for reading my question. Since last week, I have been entirely unable to sneeze. While I have gotten the urge to sneeze many times, I cannot complete the act. In other words, I experience the 'ah' but not the 'choo.' I am very concerned, as I have never had this before. I have read on the internet that it could involve the brain stem. I do not have any other symptom that stands out. Currently I am taking Synthroid 75 mcg, Lipitor 10 mg, Paxil 10 mg once every 3 days, and Propecia. Please help.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. The absence of 'choo' part of sneeze indicates that there is not enough stimulation of mucosa in your nose. It could be anything like the receptors in your nose are obstructed by some kind of secretion. It is also possible that sneeze stimulating particles are not in adequate number. I understand that brainstem is involved in sneeze response, but it never affects it in isolation. Since there are no other symptoms to substantiate brainstem area, I can say with confidence that there is nothing to worry about it. I hope this answers you. Feel free to contact me if you have more questions. Thanks and regards.
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