Smell
Loss of smell: Colds and sinus infections can temporarily knock out the nerves endings responsible for smell. If your sense of smell doesn’t return in a week or so, or if you lose your sense of smell suddenly for no apparent reason, see a doctor. Loss of smell may indicate nasal polyps or benign growths in the nose, and may also be associated with brain tumors or diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
Strange or foul odors with no apparent source: Smelling rotten eggs, burning electrical wires or other phantom odors may be a precursor to serious conditions such as epilepsy or brain tumors. It may also be a reaction to prescription drugs, such as some thyroid and antiseizure medications. Either way, have it checked.
Taste
Loss of taste: Most people mistake a loss of smell for a loss of taste, since the two sensory organs are so closely related. To tell for sure, put a pinch of salt on your tongue. If you can taste it, then what you’ve lost is your sense of smell. If you can’t taste the salt, see your doctor. Loss of taste can indicate a stroke or brain tumor.
Loss of smell: Colds and sinus infections can temporarily knock out the nerves endings responsible for smell. If your sense of smell doesn’t return in a week or so, or if you lose your sense of smell suddenly for no apparent reason, see a doctor. Loss of smell may indicate nasal polyps or benign growths in the nose, and may also be associated with brain tumors or diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
Strange or foul odors with no apparent source: Smelling rotten eggs, burning electrical wires or other phantom odors may be a precursor to serious conditions such as epilepsy or brain tumors. It may also be a reaction to prescription drugs, such as some thyroid and antiseizure medications. Either way, have it checked.
Taste
Loss of taste: Most people mistake a loss of smell for a loss of taste, since the two sensory organs are so closely related. To tell for sure, put a pinch of salt on your tongue. If you can taste it, then what you’ve lost is your sense of smell. If you can’t taste the salt, see your doctor. Loss of taste can indicate a stroke or brain tumor.
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