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What part of which bone is fractured to cause loss of the sense of smell?
The cribriform of the ethmoid bone causes anosmia.
What is anosmia?
Anosmia is the inability to smell or the inability to perceive separate odours.
Which loss of sense is Anosmia the technical term for?
Anosmia is the loss of the sense of smell.
If you have anosmia you are more likely to have some ageusia ie no sense of taste as well What is anosmia?
No sense of smell
What is the treatment of congenital anosmia?
I suffer from congenital Anosmia and have actually done quite a bit of research on the matter. I hate to say it, but I have looked at many websites saying congenital Anosmia has no cure. I hope you didn't ask this question because you have congenital Anosmia, because it's awful.
What is the absence of smell?
anosmia
How do you know if you have Anosmia?
Anosmia is characterized by a partial or complete loss of the sense of smell. If you notice a significant decrease or absence of your ability to detect odors, particularly if this change persists over time, it may indicate anosmia. You can also perform simple tests, such as smelling common household items with distinct scents, to assess your olfactory capability. Consulting a healthcare professional can provide a definitive diagnosis and explore potential underlying causes.
What is the leading cause of anosmia in adults?
Anosmia occurs in about 10% of head trauma injuries, and head trauma is a leading cause of anosmia in young adults. In older adults, the disorder is generally caused by viral infection.
Absence of sense of smell?
anosmia
What to do for anosmia?
The main treatment of anosmia is the use of glucocorticoids to reduce the inflammation. Another main treatment is to surgically remove the polyp that is causing this condition.
What is the primary symptom of anosmia?
The inability to smell.
Anosmia is a condition in which there is a loss of?
The sense of smell.
