I was diagnosed with post covid syndrome in October 2023. Had been sick in September. My main symptom was a strong metallic taste, later turned bitter, when I saw the ENT. He administered a sniff test and discovered that my smell was very poor. I scored very low and was diagnosed with smell disorder. My taste was also affected. I lost a lot of weight, though I wanted to.

My primary suggested scent retaining and I did that on an intermittent basis. I returned to the ENT a couple of months ago and was retested. I scored very high on the test this time! This time I could actually smell the samples. My taste is back too and food is delicious. My weight loss has slowed. I do still have the constant bitter taste. My primary says to hang in there. It may go away…l pray it’s true.

I asked my ENT (Duke) about Ganglion block injections and he said no. He didn’t say why, but I got the feeling he didn’t think it would be helpful.

I hope things improve for you.