The Promising Solution of Smell Therapy
There’s good news for South Africans who have lost their sense of smell. A new, innovative, scientifically proven plasma therapy has been developed, specifically designed to restore our sense of smell, one of our most potent senses. This therapy offers a promising solution for those who have experienced anosmia.
Anosmia is the loss of our sense of smell, which significantly affects our perception of our surrounding environment. As described by R. Peter Manes, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at Yale Medicine, one of our greatest joys in life is our sense of taste and smell. Without these two key senses, which influence our quality of life, we are left with very little to look forward to.
But there’s hope on the horizon.
Dr Goncalves significantly improved and adapted research by Ear, Nose, and Throat specialists at Stanford University to further investigate a promising treatment solution for smell restoration—a remarkable plasma therapy approach based on a study of group patients.
Previously, as explained by Dr. Goncalves, very little could be done about nerve damage to help return the patient’s sense of smell. Thankfully, platelet-rich plasma, which is enriched with growth factors, offers hope and promise to those who face the challenges of anosmia.
How the Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy Works
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a versatile and highly effective solution used in many areas of medicine due to its vast benefits. Blood is retrieved directly from the patient, where it’s carefully spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma, a substance rich in growth factors. The platelet-rich plasma is injected into the part of the nose where one smells to promote nerve regeneration and assist with the loss of smell. The positive results are based on several clinical trials that have proven effective in the return of smell, instilling confidence in its efficacy.
FAQ
Is smell therapy safe?
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is generally considered safe and used in a variety of medical disciplines.
Is anosmia permanent?
Depending on the cause, anosmia can be temporary or permanent.