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This is probably the first time I read about these side effects. Are you certain it's your perception that has changed (ie. neurological changes), as opposed to
by drclau 5y ago
This is probably the first time I read about these side effects. Are you certain it's your perception that has changed (ie. neurological changes), as opposed to the actual smell? I would not be surprised at all if Covid has an impact on the gut flora.
- colordrops 5y agoAccording to a Harvard article I read, it's caused by damage to the sensors in the nose, rather than brain damage. I have the problem myself and it's definitely not changes to the smells themselves.
- 411111111111111 5y agoThe effect isn't unique to covid-19 either. I heard from several people when that 2017 flu went around that they had the same issue. One of them was complaining for over a year until smell/taste finally got better/normal again. (Not trying to downplay covid-19. Just pointing out that it's not an unknown side effect from this type of disease)