Study in Nature Communications discovers distinct breathing patterns in anosmic individuals compared to those with normal smell.

A study in Nature Communications reveals that individuals with anosmia (loss of smell) exhibit distinct breathing patterns compared to those with a normal sense of smell. The research analyzed data from 52 volunteers, finding that those with a normal sense had brief "sniffs" absent in anosmic participants. This change in breathing may contribute to mental health issues like depression and social isolation, underscoring the need for testing and treatment for anosmia.

October 22, 2024
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