My sense of smell is gone except when I steal breaths (that is breathe on my own and pull air in through my nose). When the air you are taking in all comes from your vent and through your trach, you won't be able to smell since the air has bypassed the organs where smelling takes place.
Peace, Larry This outgoing message has been scanned by Trend Micro Internet Security for your protection. Bryan wrote on 8/6/04 Has anyone not been able to smell since they have been on a ventilator?
