Study shows loss of smell and taste among COVID-19 patientsA study yesterday in the Annals of Internal Medicine of more than 2,000 Europeans diagnosed as having mild to moderate COVID-19 shows that 87% reported loss of smell, and 56% reported taste dysfunction.
The study suggests olfactory symptoms and taste disorders may be a common feature of COVID-19 infection.The study was based on surveys completed by 2,013 patients diagnosed as having COVID-19 in one of 18 European hospitals from Mar 22 through Apr 23.
Only 8% of participants required hospitalization for their infections, and none required intensive care.Most patients reported a loss of smell after experiencing other general and otolaryngologic symptoms, the authors said.
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