Anosmia is the loss of the sense of smell. They can be temporary or chronic. A related term is hyposmia, which refers to a decrease in olfactory ability.
Publicidad:Some people may be anosmic with a particular odor, this is called “specific anosmia”, and it may have its origin genetically. Anosmia is detected by doctors using the method of “scratching and inhaling” odors, or using available odors such as coffee, lemon, stick and cinnamon.
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