{"id":111,"date":"2022-01-06T21:40:06","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T21:40:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sacent.fm1.dev\/ent\/loss-of-smell\/"},"modified":"2023-08-31T13:53:54","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T20:53:54","slug":"loss-of-smell","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sacent.com\/ent\/loss-of-smell\/","title":{"rendered":"Loss of Smell"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What Causes Loss of Smell?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Anosmia, or loss of smell, often occurs when the sinuses become swollen and inflamed. This is typically the result of colds, flu, allergies, sinusitis and nonallergic rhinitis. 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If a cold or allergies are the culprit, treatment is unnecessary and your symptoms will resolve on their own. If a nasal polyp is blocking your nose, surgery may be recommended. For bacterial infections, antibiotics will be prescribed.\"\n }\n }\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Loss of Smell?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Anosmia, or loss of smell, often occurs when the <a href=\"https:\/\/sacent.com\/ent\/sinusitis\/\">sinuses become swollen<\/a> and inflamed. This is typically the result of colds, flu, allergies, sinusitis and nonallergic rhinitis. Additionally, <a href=\"https:\/\/sacent.com\/ent\/congestion-stuffy-nose\/\">nasal obstructions<\/a> like polyps and tumors block the flow of air through the nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional reasons people lose their sense of smell include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>COVID-19<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alzheimer\u2019s disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brain tumor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aneurysm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chemical exposure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malnutrition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hormonal imbalance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cocaine use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Procedures like rhinoplasty or radiation therapy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Old age<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/sacent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/loss-of-smell-relief.jpg\" alt=\"Man smelling a cup of coffee in an outdoor setting containing a bush of yellow flowers and a blurry storefront\" class=\"wp-image-1604\" title=\"effects of loss of smell\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sacent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/loss-of-smell-relief.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sacent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/loss-of-smell-relief-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Does COVID-19 Cause Loss of Smell?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Researchers are still in the process of determining the relationship between anosmia and COVID-19. One study posits that rather than affecting the olfactory sensory neurons directly, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.science.org\/doi\/10.1126\/sciadv.abc5801\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">it impacts the cells that support these neurons<\/a>. Most COVID-19 patients regain their sense of smell within several months of recovering from the virus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is Anosmia Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Treating loss of smell will depend on what is causing the condition. Our otolaryngologist will work with you to determine what\u2019s causing your symptoms and the best treatment for your individual needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>If a cold or allergies are the culprit, treatment is unnecessary and your symptoms will resolve on their own.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If a nasal polyp is blocking your nose, surgery may be recommended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For bacterial infections, antibiotics will be prescribed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Loss of smell can\u2019t always be treated effectively, particularly if it is the result of age. In these instances, our otolaryngologist at Sacramento Ear, Nose &#038; Throat will work with you to ensure your safety and quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter the cause of your symptoms, our team is here to provide you with the best treatment or management options for your individual needs. Specialized support can make all the difference. 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Anosmia, or loss of smell, often occurs when the and inflamed. This is typically the result of colds, flu, allergies, sinusitis and nonallergic rhinitis. Additionally, like polyps and tumors block the flow of air through the nose. Additional reasons people lose their sense of smell include: Why Does COVID-19 Cause&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":83,"menu_order":11,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"[phone format=&quot;&lt;phone&gt;&quot;] | A loss of smell has many causes and treatment starts with a thorough diagnosis. Our specialists can help. 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