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Problems with Smell

Frequently Asked Questions

15. Can smell disorders be treated? - cont'd

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For patients with nasal obstructions, such as polyps, or other inflammatory conditions of the nose or sinuses, medical treatments or surgery can restore the sense of smell. Occasionally, the sense of smell returns to normal on its own, without any treatment.