Anosmia (loss of sense of smell) is caused by head injury and tumours of the olfactory groove (e.g. meningioma, frontal glioma). It is often lost, occasionally permanently, after upper respiratory viral infections and diminished when the nose is blocked.

Olfactory nerve

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A good night’s sleep is often the best way to recover from illness or deal with stress, and regular sleep is essential for your physical and emotional health.
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