Dear Dr. Gott: I Am 64 Years Old and in Good Health but Take... [Derived Headline]

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DEAR DR. GOTT: I am 64 years old and in good health but take five medications. About two months ago, I got a cold and was given a Z- pack. It didn't help, so I was given Levaquin. Now I cannot smell or taste. How can I bring these senses back?

DEAR READER: I would first like to comment on your cold treatment. A cold is caused by one of more than 100 different viruses. Antibiotics can treat only bacterial infections and therefore should not be given to people with colds or other viral infections.

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Dear Dr. Gott: I Am 64 Years Old and in Good Health but Take... [Derived Headline]

Now, to your senses of smell and taste. Some people can experience a loss of these senses with trivial colds. It c...

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