It’s the medical term for the loss of smell. Anosmia can be temporary or permanent, and it also can be sign of another ailment.
Because anosmia can be related to a diverse set of other conditions, you’ll want to call your doc if you can’t smell for more than a few days — especially if your nose is acting up when you don’t have a cold or congestion-causing allergies.
About half of anosmia cases can be treated, depending on the root cause. For cases more permanent, certain oral medications, nasal sprays and even smell therapy can prove helpful.
Beyond treating the physical symptoms of anosmia, it’s important to deal with the mental, emotional and lifestyle concerns, too. Sense of smell is closely linked to taste, so anosmia can make meals less enjoyable — and even lead to malnutrition.
Anosmia can be linked to depression, and it can reduce the risk of noticing hazards like natural-gas leaks. Consult professionals like Oceanic Counseling Group and talk to them about your mental health. Last but not least, studies have shown lower dating satisfaction in both men and women born with anosmia, possibly because growing research suggests that certain emotional cues are transmitted through smell.
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