<s>[INST] Hello, After i sneeze it smells like honey or sweet oatmeal. the smell is not always present. I'm 34 male, the first time i ever smelled this was next to a co-worker who sneezed very strong oatmeal time smell. Note. at that time i never had this smelly sneeze if you will. i noticed it about six months later and now it comes and goes. thanks [/INST] HiWhen we sneeze, the secretions of our nasal mucosa are expelled out. So this smell comes from her nasal mucosal secretionsHow our secretion smells largely depends upon two factors:-Our diet-Any underlying medical condition we are affected withYou need to be investigated. Are you taking any thing sweet, smelly in diet on a regular basis? May be a certain wine etc. Just as an example, people who smoke expel a smoky smell when they sneezeTypically, diabetics have an ammonia like smell in their breath or sneeze. Patients with liver disorders or kidney problems may also smell similarSinus problem/ENT exam is suggested. This is so because, sinus problem is the most common cause of smelly sneezesDo meditation and regular exercise which will help in increasing the immunity and limit allergic episodsWish You Good HealthRegardsDr Sridhar K </s>