Anosmia

Definition

Anosmia is a condition characterized by the loss of the sense of smell, either total or partial. It can result from nasal congestion, nerve damage, or brain injury affecting olfactory pathways.

Related terms

Olfactory Nerves: These are cranial nerves responsible for transmitting sensory information about smells from the nose to the brain.

Sensory Perception: The process by which sensory information is interpreted and organized by the brain to understand the environment.

Neuroplasticity: The ability of neural networks in the brain to change through growth and reorganization, which can sometimes compensate for lost senses like smell