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August 29, 2024 11 mins

Common Causes of Smell Loss 

Wonder why you suddenly can't smell your morning coffee or favorite perfume? In this episode of We Nose Noses, Dr. Reddy and Dr. Smith cover the surprising reasons behind smell loss, from everyday issues like sinus infections to more serious conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Follow along for an eye-opening journey into how your nose and brain work together to detect scents and what it means when they don't. If you've noticed changes in your sense of smell or just want to know how it works, this episode is a must-listen.

What you'll learn:

  • The different types of smell disturbances, including anosmia, hyposmia, phantosmia, and dysosmia.
  • How the olfactory system works and the common causes of smell loss, from viral infections to neurocognitive disorders.
  • The importance of medical evaluation and the tests used to diagnose smell disturbances.

Don't let smell loss go unexplained! Subscribe now to We Nose Noses for more insights, or schedule a consultation with one of our ENT experts to get to the bottom of your smell concerns. Call us at 609-710-NOSE (6673) or visit our website, njent.com to learn more.

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