👃 Can Nasal Polyps Cause Loss of Smell—and Can It Be Reversed?
Expert Care at the Best ENT Clinic in Dubai | Dr. Hatem Dalati Explains 🌟
Losing your sense of smell can be frustrating, even alarming—especially when it affects how you taste food, enjoy perfumes, or detect danger (like smoke or gas). One of the most overlooked causes of smell loss is nasal polyps, and the good news is: in many cases, it can be reversed.
At the best ENT clinic in Dubai, Dr. Hatem Dalati shares how nasal polyps affect your ability to smell and what advanced treatments can help restore it.
🔍 What Are Nasal Polyps?
Nasal polyps are soft, non-cancerous growths that form inside your nasal passages or sinuses. They develop due to chronic inflammation, often from:
- Chronic sinus infections
- Allergic rhinitis
- Asthma
- Aspirin sensitivity
Though painless, they can block airflow and interfere with your sense of smell—sometimes completely.
🧠 How Do Nasal Polyps Cause Loss of Smell?
Inside your nose is a small but powerful area called the olfactory region, located high up near the top of the nasal cavity. This is where smell receptors live.
When nasal polyps grow, they may:
✅ Physically block air from reaching this area
✅ Cause inflammation that affects nerve signaling
✅ Trap mucus that dulls sensory function
This can lead to hyposmia (reduced smell) or anosmia (total loss of smell).
⚠️ Signs Your Smell Loss May Be Due to Nasal Polyps
- Ongoing nasal congestion
- Poor or no sense of smell
- Reduced taste
- Mouth breathing
- Chronic sinus pressure
- History of allergies or asthma
If these symptoms sound familiar, it’s time to consult an ENT expert in Dubai for a full evaluation.
🩺 Can Loss of Smell from Nasal Polyps Be Reversed?
Yes—with the right treatment, many patients recover their sense of smell. The earlier you seek treatment, the better the results.
💡 Treatment Options That May Help Restore Smell
1. Nasal Corticosteroid Sprays
Reduce inflammation and shrink polyps, improving airflow to the olfactory nerves.
2. Short Courses of Oral Steroids
Fast-acting relief that may restore smell within days in some cases.
3. Saline Irrigation
Helps cleanse the nasal cavity and improve medication delivery.
4. Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Minimally invasive surgery to remove nasal polyps and open the nasal passages. Most patients report significant improvement in smell within weeks.
5. Biologic Therapy (e.g., Dupixent)
Advanced, non-surgical option for patients with chronic or recurrent polyps—especially when smell loss is severe or surgery has failed.
🏥 Why Choose Dr. Hatem Dalati at Dubai’s Best ENT Clinic?
Dr. Hatem Dalati is a renowned ENT consultant in Dubai, known for treating complex sinus conditions with precision and compassion. He offers both medical and surgical solutions for nasal polyps and smell disorders, using the latest technologies for accurate diagnosis and lasting results.
At ENT Clinic of Excellence, we take the time to understand your symptoms and provide personalized care, every step of the way.
📞 Don’t Let Smell Loss Disrupt Your Life
If you’ve lost your sense of smell, don’t wait. It may be more than a cold—and it may be reversible.
📍 Visit the ENT Clinic of Excellence, Dubai Healthcare City
📲 Call or WhatsApp to book a consultation with Dr. Hatem Dalati @ +971 50 248 0249
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