10 Mini Stroke Symptoms
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10. Unusual Sense of Smell and Taste
Some senses may be impaired during a mini stroke, such as taste and smell. A person may temporarily experience abnormal or unusual tastes. A metallic taste is one typical complaint.
An impaired sense of smell from a TIA can present as the inability to smell anything, partially or totally. But the impairment typically resolves quickly if it’s caused by a mini stroke. These symptoms are longer-lasting with other conditions that can impact a person’s senses, such as normal aging.
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