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Aug 9, 2022 · Parosmia is a distorted sense of smell. It happens when smell receptor cells in your nose don’t detect odors or transmit them to your brain. Causes include bacterial or viral infections, head trauma, neurological conditions and COVID-19.
Apr 19, 2022 · People with dysosmia have a distorted sense of smell. This distortion can show up in several ways. Dysosmia may be temporary or last for months. Smell changes may go away on their own or require treatment.
Sep 20, 2019 · The impairment is usually a distorted sense of smell rather than a complete inability to smell. Other conditions that can cause impaired smell include: dementia (memory loss), such as...
Jun 20, 2023 · Parosmia is term used to describe health conditions that distort your sense of smell. If you have parosmia, you may experience a loss of scent intensity, meaning you can’t detect the full range...
Apr 10, 2023 · A distorted sense of smell is quite common as people age. Called dysosmia, it can make people smell odors that are not there or be highly sensitive to certain smells. While it’s not bothersome for most, people should see their doctor if the condition becomes persistent.
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Your sense of smell often serves as a first warning signal, alerting you to the smoke of a fire, spoiled food, or the odor of a natural gas leak or dangerous fumes. When their smell is impaired, some people change their eating habits.
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Mar 20, 2023 · Sometimes, the distortion to smell can be so extreme that you experience nausea and vomiting. Coffee, meat, and onions are some examples of food smells that have been most commonly reported...
