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Which advice would you give to someone who has just been diagnosed with Anosmia?
See some advice from people with experience in Anosmia to people who have just been diagnosed with Anosmia
The best news I have had regarding this condition is that a percentage of people will recover their sense of smell, especially if it is caused by a virus. It is important to start Smell Training as soon as possible, as this will help the body-brain connection and exercise your brain to be attuned to scent.
Don't give up seeking answers! Doctors don't know everything about this condition yet, particularly because it involved the brain, which is a new frontier for science and research.
Don't give up seeking answers! Doctors don't know everything about this condition yet, particularly because it involved the brain, which is a new frontier for science and research.
Posted Mar 20, 2017 by DebRose 1160
Learn to live with your limitations. Enjoy life. Reach out to others with the same conditions. Find out as much as you can about the disease. Don't ever feel that it limits your abilities, it also allows you to do tasks others can't/will not do due to the strong odor that those without anosmia are unwilling or unable to perform.
Posted Apr 24, 2017 by JHG010462 1000
As I said prior, anosmia is rarely diagnosed as doctors hardly ever have to deal with something like this (congenital). And when they do it's usually a "there's nothing that can be done, sorry, enjoy your life as an anosmiac!"
It is not the end of the world, it does not prevent you from living your life.
It is not the end of the world, it does not prevent you from living your life.
Posted Sep 11, 2017 by Katie 1800
The same answer as the question above.
Posted Jan 28, 2019 by Kerry 2550
As a congenital anosmic myself, my overall advice to other fellow anosmics, is to maintain a positive outlook on life. I have become aware of a lot of do's and don't when living with this condition and have written about several topics on my personal blog. Whether you have questions about personal hygiene, what to look for in a "designated nose" to lots of tips when taking care of pets, you may find additional information and support by clicking on the following links below:
https://www.girlwhocantsmell.com/tips-for-living-with-anosmia/
I also offer tips for teens living with anosmia. You may find the full article here:
https://www.girlwhocantsmell.com/tips-for-teens-living-with-anosmia/
https://www.girlwhocantsmell.com/tips-for-living-with-anosmia/
I also offer tips for teens living with anosmia. You may find the full article here:
https://www.girlwhocantsmell.com/tips-for-teens-living-with-anosmia/
Posted Jul 1, 2019 by Girl Who Can't Smell 1480
It is valid and don’t try and hide it there needs to be more awareness
Posted Oct 4, 2019 by Amy Somers 1600
It is tough to lose the sense of smell, it will take some time to "settle down" with the new situation, but you will get through it. Join groups on social media about Anosmia, see that you are not alone. It is not embarrassing to ask for help with things you can't do, when people know about your diagnosis they are usually glad to help.
Posted Feb 25, 2020 by Synne 300
