Become a member
Quick Registration
Full Registration Benefits -
Free Homepages for Doctors
Free Homepages for Hospitals
Free Homepages for Medical Conference
Free Homepages for NGO's
Personal Health Record Creation
Access to all Medical Slides
Access to all Jobs & Products Sale
| Disease Info Index | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
|
Anosmia
Drugs For Anosmia
Page Options
Anosmia / Loss Of Smell
4.05
/5
Comments : 67
| |||
About |
|||
 |
 and of not enjoying food.){kind=small} |  |
 |
 |
 |  |  |  Text  |
|
Anosmia is the inability to perceive smell. Most patients with anosmia complain of losing the sense of taste (ageusia) and of not enjoying food. Anosmia is the inability to perceive smell. When the loss of smell is partial, the condition is called hyposmia. Some people are anosmic for one particular odor; this is called “specific anosmia”. Specific anosmia is usually genetically based. Most patients with anosmia complain of losing the sense of taste (ageusia) and of not enjoying food. They can perceive salty, sweet, sour, and bitter substances, but flavour discrimination which is a function of olfaction is not possible.  Smell is perceived by a special lining in the posterior portion of the nose called the olfactory epithelium. Signals are carried from this lining via nerves to the brain. Any factors that obstruct the smell from reaching this lining, or cause damage to it may cause anosmia. Besides, damage to nerves that carry the signals or the part of the brain that perceives smell can also result in anosmia. Anosmia may be part of normal aging. Respiratory infections, sinusitis, and head trauma are the most common causes of anosmia. Diagnosis of anosmia is made by taking a detailed history, examining the patient and carrying out some tests. Tests like CT scan and MRI may be required in cases when the cause is not clear. There are no treatments for anosmia itself though the specific causes may be treated. |
Latest Publication and Research on Anosmia - Updated on 04/18/2013.
Sex bias in copy number variation of olfactory receptor gene family depends on ethnicity. - Published by PubMed
Anosmia does not impair the anxiolytic-like effect of lavender essential oil inhalation in mice. - Published by PubMed
Unusual presentation of Kallmannn syndrome with contiguous gene deletion in three siblings of a family. - Published by PubMed
An Objective Olfactory Evaluation and Its Correlation with MRI Findings in Asian Indian Patients with Idiopathic Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism. - Published by PubMed
Mild cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease. - Published by PubMed
Sex bias in copy number variation of olfactory receptor gene family depends on ethnicity. - Published by PubMed
Anosmia does not impair the anxiolytic-like effect of lavender essential oil inhalation in mice. - Published by PubMed
Unusual presentation of Kallmannn syndrome with contiguous gene deletion in three siblings of a family. - Published by PubMed
An Objective Olfactory Evaluation and Its Correlation with MRI Findings in Asian Indian Patients with Idiopathic Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism. - Published by PubMed
Mild cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease. - Published by PubMed
|
|
|
| Share it! |  |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Related Links
Smell and Taste Disorders
Detailed medical history and physical examination can help to diagnose taste and smell impairment in a ...
Traumatic Brain Injury can Cause Loss of Smell and Taste
The ability to taste and smell can be lost or impaired after a head injury, finds a new study by scientists from the Université de Montréal, the ...
Depression Spoils Our Sense of Smell
Research has reason to believe that depression can suppress one's sense of smell. The new finding could explain why many psychological ...
Allergy - Symptom Evaluation
An allergic reaction may be mild or severe. It usually involves the skin, respiratory system, eyes, digestive system or blood ...
Comment & Contribute
|
Posted by:
babeyorange
Posted on: 04/02/2013 I could never smell as long as I remember..does anyone else have this same issue? I guess being born not able to smell. I've been reading that people had smell but lost it due to a sickness or medicines. etc. thanks
Reply |
Forward
Posted by:
Fair_512
Posted on: 04/02/2013 I have a cold problem, DNS, and sinusitis from 14 years old and now I am 26. I did't get smell for 7 years. At first it came back time to time and then again lose, but now it permanently gone. I didn't take any antibiotics but treated some medicine like, antazole, rhinozole, alactrol, flunospray e.t.c. I didn't take medicine for 3 years also. What can I do now?
Posted by:
rajeshladi
Posted on: 06/08/2012 hi im 20 yr old now,im suffering from anosmia is there any reason behind it for causing in early age? is there any problem for brain ??? if there then please answer me i'll definitely consult a doctor
Posted by:
chris08(Guest)
Posted on: 04/13/2012 Hi. I'm a 21 year-old male. I suffered from flu-like disease a week ago. I never sought a doctor since the fever and lethargy subsided after 2 days of rest, increased fluid intake, vitamins, and self-medication of over-the-counter fever and colds drugs. So, after like 4 days, my fever was totally gone, my activity tolerance went back to normal, but my colds is still present. So I continued to take medicine for it. After a week, my colds is still present but not that severe. But, I have this loss of sense of taste and smell. At first, I thought it was just brought about by the colds, but this time, I have this phantom smell, and I can't explain it, like it's in between the smell of a freshly-cut lumber and a canned biscuits. I really am worried, since I lost my appetite, and I can't detect whether a food is already spoiled or our help already sprayed insecticide. Please help me. I'm a registered but unemployed nurse. I can comprehend complex medical terms. Please, help me. It really affects my daily activities.
Posted by:
Traci
Posted on: 04/02/2013 Is your smell back yet? I had the same progression you described. Lost my smell for over a year while experiencing horrible phantom smells and distasteful foods. If you are still affected, Please check out my previous posts for my successful journey back to most smells and delicious foods again. Best of luck |
|
Posted by:
SoloKid(Guest)
Posted on: 02/24/2012 During a 4-week hospitalisation [loss of a kidney due to cancer] 5 years ago, I had an abdominal drain in place (via the nose) for 2 weeks plus. After this I was aware of a constant antiseptic smell and when this faded after 6 months, virtually no sense of smell at all. I also have constant stuffy nose. I do pick up occasional scents if they are very strong and sometimes detect things which don't smell right (eg. coffee doesn't smell like coffee). My GP points to nasal tract infection and says they are virtually impossible to eradicate (I only have 30% of one kidney and some medications are a no-no). Now starting to suffer loss of hearing - which might be linked via sinuses? Any advice or help would be really welcome.
Posted by:
Traci
Posted on: 01/09/2012 Lost my sense of smell a year ago. Went from NO smell to horrible phantom smells. 3 different physicians said there was nothing that could be done. Went to an herbalist and a chiropractor. Having great success! No longer having phantom smells [sticky sweet peach, acetone, cat urine, and soggy burnt popcorn]. Can identify some smells now and most foods are starting to taste normal. For me, I am having success with the following supplements (Zinc, Adreno-lymph, Total Thyroid, B-12, Vitamin E, Blood Build, Coral Calcium, Ultimate Green Zone, and Proactazyme). Dr. J.D. Stanfield, Chiropractor in McPherson, Kansas did a lot of research to find supplements to support nerve growth and mucous lining. He also researched some special facial techniques that have been making a difference for me. I am thrilled to be tasting food again and actually smelling things like flowers, cilantro, cinnamon, and more.
Posted by:
kimdayna1608
Posted on: 02/11/2013 How did you lose your smell? I lost mine due to a concussion. Wondering if suppliements will help me?
Posted by:
Traci
Posted on: 04/02/2013 Hi. I hope you are already regaining some of your smell by now. I can't say supplements would help you for sure but look carefully at your diet and your hormone balance. As a vegetarian with a hysterectomy, I think these two things had an influence on my loss of smell. When I started addressing the deficiencies from both, my smell started coming back. Hopefully your brain injury just needed some time to heel. After my brain surgeries in '83, it took quite some time to regain the things I lost. Don't lose hope.
Posted by:
Leen-36(Guest)
Posted on: 06/11/2013 Hi Traci, I have the same problem you had, you describe the smell I smell when doing the laundry or taking a shower or brushing my teeth.Two docters told me: to bad, nothing we can do about it. I'm really frustrated, please inform me on how you handled it. Unfortunatly I live in Belgium, so your chiropractor won't be able to help me here. |
|
Posted by:
SusieQ
Posted on: 01/05/2012 I lost my sense of smell and taste about 7 years ago. It was very gradual and I realised something was wrong when i opened up a bottle of perfume. Eventually I did see Dr. Richard Doty at the University of Pennsylvania who confirmed that I had lost both senses. I had had an MRI and CAT Scan also. Dr. Doty came to the conclusion that my many sinus infections treated with anti-biotics, a bad case of the flue and pneumonia the following year - the latter treated with more anti-biotics were the probable causes. I have recetnly begun to read more on the condition and have seen the support groups. I agree, it is very debilitating. I lost interest in so many things and although people seem supportive, they really have no idea of the effect it has on one's life. I hate to complain about it as things could be much worse, but the longer it goes on, the worse I feel about it.
Posted by:
salley(Guest)
Posted on: 06/29/2011 I am doing a case study on loss of smell if anyone would be willing to share there story with me please contact me at salley@student@sierra.edu. Thank you!
Posted by:
shelly1935(Guest)
Posted on: 12/18/2011 Hi, I am really interested in knowing if your smell came back. I also took mucinex in January for a bad cold and lost my sense of smell and taste. I am able to taste foods but to this date my smell is still poor. I am able to smell some things if i put it up close to my nose but I find that I cannot smell unpleasant odors at all. Please let me know if you have found a resolution.
Posted by:
markpeacock
Posted on: 08/03/2011 I suffered a knock to the back of the head in 2005 and have had no sense of smell ever since. I can sometimes smell cherry, baby wipes, fish, petrol, and smoke. "markpeacock@hotmail.com". Thanks.
Posted by:
jboardman
Posted on: 09/03/2011 I lost my smell about eight years back after the use of an over the counter cold remedy, it came on [or off] so gradual I am still not sure as to the time my ability to smell disappeared. I am now having marital issues due to this condition, I have no sex drive any more and My poor wife is the one who is suffering the most. I am searching for support through the web to see how others have dealt with this condition .
Posted by:
MahaJ(Guest)
Posted on: 11/20/2011 I had a cold - not too severe and did not use any anti-biotics or cold medicines. But i used a homeopathy preparation 'alleraid' quite often first two days and then stopped after i discovered that i could not smell anything. It has happened before with anti-histamines but comes back. This time after day 5 still no smell and it's scary...I am Indian and the loss of spice in my life, literally, is quite unbearable. Would like Ms Salley to post any findings of her study to the group. thanks!
Maha
Posted by:
drkcsreddy
Posted on: 11/25/2011 iam dr kcsreddy suffering from total loss of smell since three months i was regular user of decongestants when ever i suffer from common cold.is the decongestants[otrvin,nasivion spray]caused the damage?
Posted by:
maria800(Guest)
Posted on: 04/24/2012 I had my tonsils removed in nov 2011 I am 44yrs old and I have lost taste and smell. Certain things I can smell and taste but Its not the same as It used to be, Also my tong feels weird like I have an elastic band round it. So I went to Docs and they sent me for a CT scan. But I was recovering from a cold that week when I had my Scan. The doctor told me over the phone it looks like I have sinusitus..But I have never suffered with my sinuses. I have lost a stone in weight because I only eat when I am hungry please please if you have any solutions I would like to hear them. I have tried zinc and it did not help. |
| View all Comments (67) | ||
