hyperosmia

[/ˌhaɪpərˈɑːzmiə/]
nounpl: hyperosmias
hiperosmia
1. An abnormally acute sense of smell; heightened olfactory sensitivity to odors
The patient's hyperosmia made it difficult to be in crowded places due to overwhelming scents.
A hipersmia do paciente tornava difícil estar em lugares lotados devido aos cheiros avassaladores.
2. A medical condition characterized by increased sensitivity to odors, often associated with migraines, pregnancy, or neurological disorders
Hyperosmia can be a symptom of certain neurological conditions or a side effect of medications.
A hipersmia pode ser um sintoma de certas condições neurológicas ou um efeito colateral de medicamentos.
Hyperosmia is primarily a medical/scientific term used by healthcare professionals, neurologists, and otolaryngologists in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. It's commonly discussed in medical literature regarding pregnancy-related symptoms, migraine disorders, and neurological conditions. The term is not typically used in everyday conversation and is restricted to clinical and academic contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
heightened sense of smellacute olfactory sensitivityenhanced smellolfactory hypersensitivity
Antonyms / Antônimos
hyposmiaanosmiareduced sense of smell

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
hipersmia
Standard medical term used in Brazil
São Paulo
hipersmia
Common usage in medical and scientific contexts
Portugal
hipersmia
Standard medical terminology in European Portuguese
United States
hyperosmia
Commonly used in medical and healthcare settings

Related Words

olfactoryanosmiahyposmiaparosmiaphantosmiaolfaction

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have a keen nose
to have a sensitive nose
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