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Originally Posted by mrsD
This can be quite rare in young people. Aging is often a common cause. But IMO loss of smell is either a serious sign of a brain problem (tumor) or caused by some drug used.
Application of Zicam products to the nasal membranes has resulted in loss of smell.
http://www.fda.gov/ICECI/Enforcement.../ucm166909.htm
Also the antibiotic Biaxin (clarithromycin) has been implicated in some cases of loss of smell. Huffing or snorting drugs can damage the olfactory bulbs also.
Here is a medical paper that discusses this problem:
http://www.aafp.org/afp/20000115/427.html
Notice that hypothyroidism can be a cause.
Benfotiamine is worth trying. It does not have serious side effects. I can't say that it will help however.
Have you been evaluated by a physician for this? I think going to a specialist is in order for you. |
I'll have to go and see my neurologist again yes.
I was diagnosed with PN a few months ago and did one Nerve Conduction study and EMG which confirmed it. Did an CT Scan of the brain 6 months back before i got on thyroid medications which showed some posterior cortical atrophy. After i began thyroid treatment my neurologist did a Brain and Spinal MRI which showed nothing abnormal (I still have the results here) and the posterior cortical atrophy wasn't even their anymore so it healed due to me starting on thyroid replacement.
I believe this is just remaining nerve damage which hasn't yet healed.
Also I don't do drugs or use any anti-biotics.
I'll see how i go with Benfothiamine.