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What is 'sensory loss anxiety'?

The story mentions that losing our sense of smell can cause anxiety. Imagine not being able to tell if food is off, or if there's a gas leak. This uncertainty can be very worrying. Dr Tullett believes that by training our noses, we could reduce this kind of stress and feel more confident in our ability to understand the world around us.

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