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@article{184356,
        author = {Dr. Vidhi Arora and Dr. Priyanka Rani and Dr. Gunjan Sharma},
        title = {A Case Study on Anosmia: Clinical Evaluation and Ayurvedic Management},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {4},
        pages = {1130-1133},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=184356},
        abstract = {Anosmia, the loss of the sense of smell, can significantly impact a person's quality of life. It may be temporary or permanent and can result from various etiologies, including infections, neurological disorders, trauma, and exposure to toxic substances. The condition gained widespread attention during the COVID-19 pandemic, where anosmia was identified as a key symptom.1
Nasa (nose) is considered the gateway to the head (Shiras) and an essential sensory organ as per Ayurveda. In Ayurveda, anosmia can be correlated with the condition described as Ghrana Nasha2, which may occur due to vitiation of Vata, Kapha, both doshas obstructing the nasal passages and olfactory perception. Its causes may include Urdhva Jatru Vikaras such as chronic rhinitis (Pratishyaya), sinusitis, head injury, or neurological disorders affecting the olfactory nerves. Ayurvedic management focuses on Samprapti Vighatana (breaking the pathogenesis) through therapies like Nasya Karma, Dhoomapana, internal Vata Kapha-hara medications, Deepana-Pachana along with Rasayana Chikitsa to restore nasal patency and neurological function. This article explores the Ayurvedic understanding, pathogenesis, and holistic treatment approaches for anosmia with reference to classical texts and contemporary relevance.},
        keywords = {},
        month = {September},
        }