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Alzheimer’s Disease and Smell Loss – News-Medical.net
Anosmia (smell loss) or hyposmia (reduced smell) could be an early and important sign of Alzheimer’s disease before other symptoms begin.
Anosmia (smell loss) or hyposmia (reduced smell) could be an early and important sign of Alzheimer’s disease before other symptoms begin. The degree of smell loss may correlate with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Anosmia may worsen as the disease progresses from early-stage mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer’s disease.
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