Evaluation of olfaction and taste function in type 2 diabetic patients with and without peripheral neuropathy

ConclusionIn conclusion, this study demonstrates that T2DM is associated with olfactory and gustatory dysfunction. The fact that there was no difference between the diabetic patients with and without DPN elicits the idea of central neuropathy. This novel finding might facilitate the addition of olfactory and gustatory tests to the methodological spectrum of afferent pathway investigations.

Source: Diabetes/Metabolism Research and Reviews - November 1, 2017 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Semih Yazla, S üay Özmen, Sinem Kıyıcı, Demet Yıldız, Mehmet Haksever, Sündüz Gencay Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research