[graypegg]

Huh! Thats really interesting, though I’m sorry you had to go through that. Losing a whole sense for a few days is scary. I’d say that me poking at you over the internet saying it’s cool isn’t exactly nice of me, so apologies for that.

I guess this must be nerve related somehow. Specifically localized to the mouth and throat, but affecting any kind of nerve tissue? And also presumably in a way that’s recoverable for some.

Did it ramp back up to full sensation all at once, or was it more gradual?

[jcgrillo]

No worries! The recovery was much slower and more gradual than the onset, it probably took about a week. This was compounded by the congestion and general cold symptoms. I suspect my sense of smell is still impacted ~3yr later, but I have no way to be sure.