Metal in the nose means you have a metallic odor from an injury, illness, or other medical condition. In some cases, it is a sign of more serious problems. A head injury can cause your nasal cavity to smell metallic. You may also have metal in your sinuses if you have an enlarged, infected, or ruptured tonsil. If you constantly smell metal, it could be a sign that there is more of the substance in your body than you know about. If this occurs often enough, it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition such as a brain injury or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If you’ve recently injured your nose and now have metal-scented nasal discharge, call our office right away so we can explore all possible causes and possible treatment options. Your health depends on it!
Why Do I Smell Metal in My Nose?
Some people may experience metal in their noses due to the fact that they are wearing contact lenses. When contact lenses are worn, they can cause sweat and metal particles to mix. This can create an unpleasant smell.
What Causes Metal In The Nose?
1. You’ve Had A Head Injury
Head injuries can cause your nasal cavity to smell metallic. If you’ve recently injured your nose and now have metal-scented nasal discharge, call our office right away so we can explore all possible causes and possible treatment options. Your health depends on it!
2. You’re Having An Ear Infection
If you are having an ear infection, the infection can spread to your nose and cause it to smell metallic. If you notice that there is more of the substance in your body than you know about, it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition such as a brain injury or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
3. You Have Allergies
If you frequently have allergies, then the substances that make up those allergies may be getting into your body through the nose and causing metal-like smells in your nose. This could be due to a sinus infection, which makes it easier for allergens to get into your body through the sinuses.
4. You Have Sinusitis Or Nasal Polyps
When certain bacteria infect the sinuses, they can turn into polyps that produce mucus that mixes with any particles floating around in the air (like dust) in order to form larger particles like snot and mucous plugs that are too big for the nasal cavity to hold all at once. These larger particles may then go down into the nasal passages where they mix with other substances already there like dust, pollen and other allergens. The result is a metallic-like smell.
5. You Have An Allergic Reaction
If you have allergies, the substances that make up those allergies may be getting into your body through the nose and causing metal-like smells in your nose. This could be due to a sinus infection, which makes it easier for allergens to get into your body through the sinuses.
What Are The Symptoms Of Metal In The Nose?
Metal-scented discharge
If you have a metallic-like smell from your nose, it could be caused by an infection or allergy. If you have a sinus infection, then the infection may be causing the discharge, and this could be causing the smell. If you are having an ear infection, then it is more likely that there is a bacteria in your nasal cavity that is producing the discharge.
Nasal congestion
You may notice that your nose gets stuffy when you have a metal-scented discharge. This can cause soreness, irritation, and a blocked nose. If it’s been weeks since your last sinus infection and you still notice nasal congestion and a metallic smell, this could be an indication of an underlying medical condition like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which causes chronic inflammation of the lungs that can result in numerous respiratory symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath and coughing that can lead to complications such as pneumonia.
Nosebleeds
If you have nasal bleeding from any type of injury or if there is any type of trauma to your nose (such as falling into something), then it’s possible for blood to get into the nose through the nasal cavity through cracks in its lining which may cause bleeding in addition to causing other symptoms like irritation and pain where there was no bleeding before like pain behind your eyes or between your shoulder blades where no pain existed before during sleep or even when awake.
You Have a Broken Nose or Nasal Fracture
If you have a broken nose or nasal fracture, then it is possible for there to be bleeding into the nasal cavity. This could cause the discharge, and it may also be causing other symptoms like soreness, irritation, and pain in the area where there was no pain before.
What Is The Way To Get Rid Of Metal In The Nose?
1. Clean your Nose
Use a tissue to push the discharge from your nose with a gentle, circular motion.
2. Take Nasal Aspirin
If you have a sinus infection, then it is possible for there to be an allergic reaction and swelling in the nasal cavity that can lead to nasal congestion, which could cause the discharge. If this is the case, then you can take nasal aspirins every day (if you are able) to break up nasal congestion and reduce swelling. You may also take decongestant sprays like Afrin or Sudafed daily (if you are able) to help loosen up mucus and reduce inflammation of your nose and sinuses.
3. Take Nasal Decongestant Sprays
If you have a sinus infection, then it is possible for there to be an allergic reaction and swelling in the nasal cavity that can lead to nasal congestion, which could cause the discharge. If this is the case, then you can take nasal aspirins every day (if you are able) to break up nasal congestion and reduce swelling. You may also take decongestant sprays like Afrin or Sudafed daily (if you are able) to help loosen up mucus and reduce inflammation of your nose and sinuses.
4. Take Nasal Mucus Extractors
If you have a sinus infection, then it is possible for there to be an allergic reaction and swelling in the nasal cavity that can lead to nasal congestion, which could cause the discharge. If this is the case, then you can take nasal aspirins every day (if you are able) to break up nasal congestion and reduce swelling. You may also take decongestant sprays like Afrin or Sudafed daily (if you are able) to help loosen up mucus and reduce inflammation of your nose and sinuses.
5. Use Nasal Aspirin
If you have a sinus infection, then it is possible for there to be an allergic reaction and swelling in the nasal cavity that can lead to nasal congestion, which could cause the discharge. If this is the case, then you can take nasal aspirins every day (if you are able) to break up nasal congestion and reduce swelling. You may also take decongestant sprays like Afrin or Sudafed daily (if you are able) to help loosen up mucus and reduce inflammation of your nose and sinuses.
Bottom Line
If your nose smells metallic, it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition. If this occurs often enough, it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition such as a brain injury or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If you have an odor of metal, it is important to see a doctor right away to rule out more serious conditions. If your odor of metal is not causing you any symptoms, you should be able to smell it without any trouble. However, the odor of metal should be checked regularly, particularly if it is causing you distress.
FAQ’s
Q. I have a metallic smell in my nose, what could be causing it?
A. The metallic smell in your nose may be caused by a sinus infection and/or allergies. If you have a sinus infection and/or allergies, then you can use nasal aspirins to relieve nasal congestion and reduce inflammation of the nose and sinuses. If this is the case, then you should take nasal aspirins every day (if you are able) to break up nasal congestion and reduce swelling. You may also take decongestant sprays like Afrin or Sudafed daily (if you are able) to help loosen up mucus and reduce inflammation of your nose and sinuses.
Q. Is there anything I can do about odor metal?
A. If your nose smells metallic, it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition. If this occurs often enough, it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition such as a brain injury or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If the odor metal is not causing you any symptoms, then there is no need for concern; however, if the odor metal is causing distress then it is best to see your doctor for further evaluation so that they can determine if there is any underlying cause for the odor metal or if they will need to perform additional tests in order to rule out more serious conditions such as cancer or stroke.
Q. What are some things that cause an odor of metal?
A. An odor of metal is a metallic smell in your nose that occurs due to nasal congestion.
Q. What are some of the symptoms of an odor metal?
A. The most common symptom is a metallic smell in your nose that occurs due to nasal congestion. Other symptoms may include: -sneezing, coughing, or wheezing -discomfort and pressure in the head or sinus area -headaches swelling around the eyes, nose, or face
