French Scientists call loss of ability to smell a symptom of COVID-19

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French scientists believe the loss of the ability to smell may be a new symptom of Covid-19, especially among young people. Reports suggest that this phenomenon is being observed and that a section of British doctors have expressed the same opinion. The BBC reports that this is a rare occurrence.
Losing taste is an even rarer symptom. Both are more common in young people infected with the virus. An ENT specialist representing the ear, nose and throat specialists said that the current symptom criteria for people who are self-quarantine include loss of smell. There are reports of odor loss in the absence of other symptoms, according to a statement from the British Rhinological Society. The NHS recommends self-quarantine in the UK if you have high temperatures or have a new or persistent cough.