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Do you have any reading on this? Both my brother and I lost much of our sense of smell. Him to a far larger extent than me.

Don’t know why, or when. I just know mine is lesser than that of most people based on how soon they smell things or how near.

My brother saw a specialist. I think after trying a few things they recommended smell training which helped a bit. But they didn’t describe it as especially serious, so I’d be curious to know what you’re referring to.

(I don’t mean in a skeptical way, but rather that I don’t know too much about the condition)



Amosmia can be an early sign of Parkinson’s disease, and people who lose their sense of smell can suffer from depression and weight loss. It can also happen after head trauma.

In thinking about it, noticeable changes in any sense probably warrants a trip to the doctor.

My email is in my profile if you want to talk more.




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