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Loss of sight and smell

Another area of significant concern to a client is any damage to or loss of sight, hearing, smell, and taste. Usually, when one loses the sense of smell they also lose the sense of taste as both are very close to each other. Unless one loses these, it is difficult to imagine just how much they contribute to an enjoyable life. Experts agree that the cause of permanent smell and/or taste loss means damage to the first cranial nerve. These can be caused by falls or injuries to the back of the head. These type of injuries can easily occur in a slip and fall, rear end automobile accident or a fall from a height. One concern with the loss of smell is the concern about harmful odors and the inability to taste tainted food. An injured client who loses the sense of smell or taste may never be able to work in a factory or industry where certain odors prevail. In addition to a loss of possible earnings, the person would also suffer human losses consistent with never being able to smell enjoyable odors again. This could include such things as tasty foods, perfumes, and colognes. This could also cause psychological injury as well as physical injury. Temporary losses of these senses are common in accident cases, more common than some people realize.