Jakarta: Anosmia is a partial or complete loss of the sense of smell. This loss may be temporary or permanent.
Common conditions that irritate the lining of the nose, such as allergies or colds, can cause temporary anosmia. And during a pandemic covid-19 This, anosmia is one of the symptoms of Covid-19.
Not only covid-19, anosmia can also be a sign of the following diseases:
Irritation of the mucous membranes that line the nose. This condition can cause:
– Sinus infection
– Flu or cold
– Cough
– Influenza
– Allergy
– Chronic nasal congestion not related to allergies (nonallergic rhinitis)
Colds are the most common cause of temporary or partial loss of smell. In this case, the anosmia will go away on its own.
Blockage of the nasal passages
Loss of the sense of smell can occur when something physically blocks the passage of air to the nose. Usually due to:
– Tumor
– Nasal polyps
– Deformity of the bones in the nose or nasal septum
– Brain or nerve damage
(During the Covid-19 pandemic, anosmia is one of the symptoms of covid-19. Consult your doctor if you feel you have lost your sense of smell. Photo: Illustration / Pexels.com)
There are receptors in the nose that transmit information via nerves to the brain. Anosmia can occur if one part of these pathways is damaged. There are many conditions that can cause this damage, including:
– Old age
– Alzheimer’s disease
– Hormone problems
– Less active thyroid
Medicines, including some antibiotics and medicines for high blood pressure
– Schizopreni
– Epilepsy
– Diabetes
How is anosmia diagnosed?
To measure loss of ability the sense of smell it might be difficult. The doctor will usually ask some questions about the symptoms you feel, do a nose exam, do a complete physical examination, and ask about your medical history.
The doctor will also usually ask when the problem started, whether all or only certain types of odors were affected, and whether or not they could taste the food.
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