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Symptom Checker

Step 4: Read and complete the decision guide to learn more about your symptoms.

Smell and Taste Loss

Okay, good.

Next is a question about medicines you may be taking. It may sound strange, but loss of smell may accompany the use of certain medications, especially antibiotics, blood pressure or heart pills, antidepressants, and chemotherapy.

Did you lose your sense of smell around the time you started a new medication?

Yes, it did begin when I started a new medication.

No, I didn't start a new medication.

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