[The Epoch Times, 01 gennaio 2023](The Epoch Times, North Carolina News) A Duke University scientist studied the loss of smell caused by the new coronavirus, particularly those who have long-term thisfollowpeople.
Studies have found that when patients infected with the new crown develop symptoms of anosmia, they are often accompanied by weakness, tremors, lethargy and shortness of breath. However, some infected people still experience loss of smell after recovering from the infection.
Duke University targets loss of smellfollowprovides some insight into why.
Dr. Brad Goldstein of Duke University has been studying why viral sequelae, particularly anosmia, occur. The study found nine people with sequelae and 24 biopsies taken from their noses, and the researchers found some commonalities.
“There appears to be unexplained inflammation in that area of the nose, which we think affects smell,” Dr. Goldstein said. The next step in the research will be to develop drugs that eliminate inflammation in the nose.
Research also sheds light on other sequelae, such as distraction, shortness of breath, and tiredness.
Data analysts for the WRAL news network tracked information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and found that, nationwide, women are more likely than men to suffer from the side effects of the virus. In North Carolina, where Duke University is located, about 3 out of 10 adults who are infected with the new coronavirus experience sequelae. 9% of people with post-viral symptoms said their lives have been severely limited since contracting the virus.
Responsible editor: Xie Manxue
