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
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 