Chemical Senses· 2014Q3· Review
Olfactory Disorders and Quality of Life--An Updated Review
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- 2014year
Short summary
Loss of the sense of smell, common in about one-fifth of the population, significantly impacts daily life by disrupting food enjoyment, hazard detection, and social interactions.
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Key points
- Olfactory disorders affect approximately 20% of the general population.
- Key impacts include reduced food enjoyment, inability to detect harmful substances (e.g., spoiled food, smoke), and social/work life disturbances.
- While many cope well, a smaller group reports significantly reduced quality of life and increased depression.
- Common causes include post-viral infections, nasal/sinus disease, and head trauma.
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Abstract
Olfactory disorders are common and affect about one-fifth of the general population. The main causes of olfactory loss are post viral upper respiratory infection, nasal/sinus disease, and head trauma and are therefore very frequent among patients in ear, nose, and throat clinics. We have systematically reviewed the impact of quantitative, qualitative, and congenital olfactory disorders on daily life domains as well as on general quality of life and depression. From the extensive body of literature, it can be concluded that loss of the sense of smell leads to disturbances in important areas, mainly in food enjoyment, detecting harmful food and smoke, and to some extent in social situations and working life. Most patients seem to deal well and manage those restrictions. However, a smaller proportion has considerable problems and expresses a noticeable reduction in general quality of life and enhanced depression. The impact of coping strategies is discussed.
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