One of the many mysteries of the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) that baffle researchers is why it affects some people more severely than others. But a recent study found that supertasters – people who experience a greater-than-average intensity of bitter taste – are less likely to develop severe COVID-19 than normal tasters and non-tasters. This may be due … Continue reading Study finds “supertasters” may have some innate immunity against the coronavirus
Some COVID-19 patients still can’t smell after a year, while others experience distorted smells
Some COVID-19 patients who have recovered from the virus are still experiencing a loss of smell a year later, according to a new study. Anosmia, the scientific term for a total or partial loss of smell, is considered one of the most common symptoms of COVID-19 – so much so that it is the symptom … Continue reading Some COVID-19 patients still can’t smell after a year, while others experience distorted smells
Senses of smell and taste of coronavirus survivors continues to be distorted months after they recover
Many Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) survivors still have not fully recovered months after the initial infection. Many are saying they still have not fully recovered their sense of smell. Many others are saying their senses of smell and taste have become radically distorted. These people are now misplacing different odors. The condition wherein a person’s sense of smell has … Continue reading Senses of smell and taste of coronavirus survivors continues to be distorted months after they recover
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 