DEAR DR. GOTT: Last year, I suffered with sinus problems and infections that led to sinus surgery. The surgery was the worst experience of my life. Now I have no sense of taste or smell. This is so devastating that I’m now on an anti-depressant so I can cope.
DEAR READER: To be robbed of the sense of smell can be devastating. I don’t know how complicated your surgery was, but unfortunately, any procedure can cause unwanted side effects. Return to your doctor for his or her guidance, or request a referral to another ENT specialist for a second opinion. You also might contact the National Institutes of Health (www.nih.gov), where research remains ongoing. The address is 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892.