The Lingering Effects of COVID-19: The Psychological State and Quality of Life of Patients with Persistent Loss of Smell and Taste.

Journal: Indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery : official publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India

Volume: 76

Issue: 1

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Affiliated Institutions:  Dept. of ENT & Head Neck Surgery, GMC, -E Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar, Punjab India. Dept. of ENT & Head Neck Surgery GMC, H. NO, , Bhalla Colony, Amritsar, Punjab India. Dept. of Psychiatry, SGRHUHS, H. NO. , Basant Avenue, Amritsar, Punjab India.

Abstract summary 

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a significant number of individuals experiencing the loss of smell and taste, medically known as anosmia and ageusia, respectively. While many patients recover these senses during the post-acute phase of the illness, a subset of individuals continues to suffer from anosmia and ageusia even after recovering from COVID-19. This article aims to explore the psychological state of COVID patients who have not regained their sense of smell and taste post-recovery, highlighting the potential impact on their mental health and overall well-being. To accomplish this, a comprehensive review of existing literature on the topic has been conducted, analyzing studies and reports that shed light on the psychological consequences of unrecovered anosmia and ageusia in COVID patients.

Authors & Co-authors:  Nagi Singh Mahajan

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Citations :  Hopkins C, Surda P, Kumar N. Presentation of new onset anosmia during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rhinology. 2020;58(3):295–298. doi: 10.4193/Rhin20.116.
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Doi : 10.1007/s12070-023-04260-9
SSN : 2231-3796
Study Population
Male,Female
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Other Terms
Ageusia;Anosmia;COVID-19;Pandemic;Psychological state
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India