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I lost my smell about 2 and a half months ago due to sinus infection, is it likely to be permanent especially since im a teenager ?
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Loss of smell: Sinusitis is a known cause of loss of smell which usually returns after the inflamed tissues recover. However loss of smell can last months or may be permanent. It would be worthwhile for you to have a careful evaluation by an otolaryngologist to check for nasal polyps. A CT scan of the paranasal sinuses or even an MRI of the area of the brain where smell is detected may be advised as part of the
Answered 1/31/2021
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