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5 Things You Shouldn’t Say To An Anosmic
It’s pretty shocking to hear that someone is an Anosmic (unable to smell). I get it. Like, it is a sense that we don’t often think about living without. But there are just some things you should not say in response to finding out. There are also a few things I’d love to stop hearing — read more
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What Happens in Cancún, Shouldn’t Stay in Cancún
My recent summer trip to Cancún, Mexico was so marvelous that I was able to slightly smell, breathe pretty well, and taste my food while there. Did I ever mention that I feel like I’m on top of the world when I’m able to smell? I have travelled to nine countries since I’ve been an Anosmic — read more
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Allergy Immuno(therapy) In Progress
It’s official! I’m finally getting allergy shots. But first, I had to get an allergy test…again. I thought I could just go right in and start getting the shots since I’ve had the test before. But since that was seven years ago (I totally missed the 3-5 year mark), I had to endure the fun — read more
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The Turning Point
It’s been a couple of months. I’ve had some whiffs, stopped wheezing, and been to some appointments. My most recent appointment with my Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor) was a turning point. It started off with me complaining about my ridiculous experience with the steroid rinse and how I’m never taking steroids again. I’m — read more
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The Solution with Side Effects
Two months ago, I saw my Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) doctor and received some great news. 1) My doctor said my polyps don’t look as bad as usual. This is good compared to past visits where a possible surgery was mentioned. I’m not paying for it… a third time… for them to grow back. — read more