Anosmia is the inability to perceive odor. Around 5% of people are suffering from it worldwide. Anosmia can be a temporary (nose block) or a permanent one depending on its cause. Some people lose their sense of smell due to a nasal condition or maybe due to a brain injury, while some have anosmia since birth . Globally, 1 in every 10,000 people are affected by congenital anosmia.
People dealing with anosmia usually have a negative impact on the quality of life. For e.g. Smelling a gas leak in case of emergency. Causes Family History Isolated abnormality and genetic disorders Injury to nose and small nerves from surgery/head trauma Nasal occlusion Infection Poor air quality Old age Addictions Treatment There is no particular cure for congenital anosmia but in case of anosmia caused by blockage of sinuses, it can be cured or improved with antibiotics or steroids. Antibiotics clear…
