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I've noticed that, in the past few years, my sense of smell has been basically numbed to the point that I have to consciously breathe deeply and concentrate to really smell like I used to be able to. I'm wondering if other people on BL (in the age range of 20-30) have also noticed a diminished sense of smell? Is it normal for people this age to have a poor sense of smell? I'm guessing not...
Considering my circumstances, I've come up with a few potential causes: alcohol, being the most likely. I never really drank before turning 21, but in the past four years I've drank more than the average person. Google searching reveals that regular, sustained alcohol consumption can cause a diminished sense of smell and taste...
Another culprit could be pollen/allergies. Last year I visited the doctor and was diagnosed with something called "perpetual allergies"; a seemingly never-ending inflammation of my nasal passages, ears, and chest.
Unless others have noticed this reduced sense of smell with aging, I guess it's time to stop drinking as an experiment...
Considering my circumstances, I've come up with a few potential causes: alcohol, being the most likely. I never really drank before turning 21, but in the past four years I've drank more than the average person. Google searching reveals that regular, sustained alcohol consumption can cause a diminished sense of smell and taste...
Another culprit could be pollen/allergies. Last year I visited the doctor and was diagnosed with something called "perpetual allergies"; a seemingly never-ending inflammation of my nasal passages, ears, and chest.
Unless others have noticed this reduced sense of smell with aging, I guess it's time to stop drinking as an experiment...