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What Causes Loss Of Taste Sensation After Surgery For Macroadenoma?
I recently had surgery for a macro adenoma of the pituitary gland two weeks ago. They also had to fix my deviated septum during the surgery which was done transphenodaly. Now I currently have no sense of smell or taste. Is the Olfactory nerve in the same area and do you think I will get my sense of smell back after I am all healed? Any idea how long that will take?
Wed, 12 Feb 2014
Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum.
It appears that the alfactory nerve and the glosopharyngeal nerve have some injury, or a pressure during the surgery. Usually they will recover,and the function will be returned.
I advise you to consult a neurologist for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have a C.T.scan for diagnosis.
I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms neurotropic injections for 10 consecutive days, and then periodically.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
It appears that the alfactory nerve and the glosopharyngeal nerve have some injury, or a pressure during the surgery. Usually they will recover,and the function will be returned.
I advise you to consult a neurologist for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have a C.T.scan for diagnosis.
I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms neurotropic injections for 10 consecutive days, and then periodically.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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