Loss of sense of smell?

Dirigo

The other day our dog had a “conversation” with a skunk. Naturally, he reeked. And my DH, Stage 4, could not smell it. All of a sudden I realized he had lost his sense of smell. Has anyone else had this experience? I have not seen it mentioned anywhere, except as a symptom of Parkinson’s disease. DH does have some Parkinsonism, but is not being treated for that (it mostly affects his walking and balance).

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H1235

My mil with Alzheimer’s had no sense of smell. I have also seen it listed in articles as an early symptom.

Dirigo

https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/278272#Comment_278272

Thanks. And yes, the idiot dog, beloved of my DH, smells like a daisy thanks to the wonders of baking soda, hydrogen peroxide and Dawn dish soap.

SusanB-dil

Same here - MIL taste and smell is way off.

We had a dog do that. Tomato juice… It worked, but I was trying to wash him, and he was licking his face. uughh… Quite a while ago - Not sure Dawn detergent was out, yet.