10 Sinus Infection Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #10: Lost Senses of Smell and Taste
Difficulty breathing when your nose is clogged and the sinuses are inflamed will lead to a decreased sense of smell and taste. The sinus inflammation interferes with the natural ability of the sinuses to drain, interfering with the sense of smell and taste. Those suffering from sinus infections will lose these two senses.
This is usually only temporary and will resolve once the sinuses become unplugged as the air movement will be restored again, helping volatile molecules to settle in and provide a signal to the brain, letting you know that you are tasting something.
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