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Anosmia is not life threatening, but it can be annoying because not being able to smell affects your ability to taste food. In addition, you may not notice dangerous smells, such as gas leaks or smoke. You could install a smoke alarm, have someone check your stove and furnace for leaks, and ask a friend or family member to check if foods have become spoiled.
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