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A member asked:

How common is it for loss of taste and smell to be permanent from covid?

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Not common, but it has been known to happen. Discuss this with your Physician.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/3/2021

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