Because a rotten smell in your nose often means you're also dealing with a sinus infection, nasal polyps, or another condition, it's likely you also have other symptoms. And because an ammonia smell in the nose can signal advanced kidney disease, see a doctor right away if you have that symptom.
How do I get rid of a bad smell in my nose?
eating fiber-rich foods. avoiding foods and drinks that cause dehydration, such as caffeine and alcohol. using antihistamines or decongestants to treat nasal or sinus inflammation. avoiding foods and drinks that cause bad smells in the mouth, such as garlic and onions.
Can smells be harmful?
You can't be harmed by a smell itself any more than you can by a colour. Smells in themselves do not cause harm. A smell is a neural response to airborne molecules binding to receptors in the mucus membranes of your nose. ... But the chemical that causes the smell can harm you.
How is olfactory damage?
Olfactory nerve fibers pass through a honeycomb-like bone structure known as the cribriform plate as they travel from the nose to the brain. These nerve fibers are at risk of being crushed or severed when the force of a head injury causes the brain to collide violently with the skull.