Olfactory Dysfunction in COVID-19 Patients Who Do Not Report Olfactory Symptoms: A Pilot Study with Some Suggestions for Dentists.

Riccardo FaveroSilva HajrullaAnna BordinCarla MucignatPiergiorgio GaudiosoBruno ScarpaLorenzo FaveroGiancarlo Ottaviano

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

Objective measurement methods of olfactory performance show a higher prevalence of olfactory reduction compared to patients' self-reported questionnaires. Olfactory dysfunction can last even months after its onset and because of its high prevalence, it could be a screening symptom for suspect COVID-19 cases.

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