The term
anosmia means lack of the sense of
smell. It may also refer to a decreased sense of
smell. Ageusia, a companion word, refers to a lack of
taste sensation.
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Anosmia, Loss of
SmellImpaired
Smell: Common Causes
natural
aging process
recent
viral upper
respiratory infection nasal
decongestants lead poisoning ...
Full article >>>ANOSMIA (Loss of sense of
smell)
SYMPTOMS"One does not detect odors. This can occur either temporarily or regularly.
CAUSES"This occurs when one has a
cold or
rhinitis (nasal
inflammation, resulting from
colds or
allergy).
Full article >>>Anosmia occurs in about 10% of head
trauma injuries, and head
trauma is a leading cause of
anosmia in young adults. In older adults, the disorder is generally caused by
viral infection.
Aging may also bring a loss of the sense of
smell.
Full article >>>Anosmia/Parosmia
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Support Group]
Antacids for
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
[Medication] ...
Full article >>>Loss of
smell;
Anosmia Home Care:
Treatment of underlying disorders may correct loss of the sense of
smell.
Full article >>>Most people with
anosmia have normal perception of salty, sweet, sour, and bitter substances but they lack flavor discrimination, which is largely dependent on olfaction (
smell). Therefore, they often complain of losing the sense of
taste (ageusia).
Full article >>>Prdida del olfato;
anosmiaConsideraciones generales:
La prdida del sentido del olfato es generalmente un resultado insignificante de la obstruccin o congestin nasal, ...
Full article >>>Did the
seizure occur with impairment of
taste (dysgeusia)?
Did the
seizure occur with loss of
smell (
anosmia)?
Did the
seizure occur with
nausea or
vomiting?
Did the
seizure occur after an episode of
hyperventilation (
rapid breathing)?
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