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Q: Loss of Smell Due to a Concussion

asked by: cornelius214 on February 13th, 2007

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Had a head concussion and as a result lost my sense of smell. After two doctor visits (2 weeks in between the first to the second visit) the doctor informed me that time will recover my smell, he predicted 90% in 1 year.What are the effects/consequences of each of the following: smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol, and smoking marijuana? Will any/all of these inhibit my recovery of smell? And if so in what specific way and in relation to what specific quantities. In the month since my concussion I have abstained from all of these until now. Thanks for your time, I dont want to be without smell (and in a way taste) forever!

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fifileigh

replied on February 13th, 2009

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loss of smell due to concussion

i fainted in december because i got dizzy due to PMS. a couple of days later, my period started, and i felt better. but 2 weeks later, when i got released from the medical center, i realized i cant smell very well. my tasting is ok. it is just loss of smell. will this be permanent or temporary? and if temp, how long will it last?

cc30

replied on November 4th, 2009

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Concussion side effects-change in sense of smell

Why do foods smell funny after my concussion, especially coffee. It has a burnt flavor?

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