Scents evoke distant memories and rank among our most direct sensory experiences. Yet for those with allergic rhinitis, blocked nasal passages can mute life's aromas and dull everyday joy.
At Beijing Shijitan Hospital on the Chinese mainland, Doctor Peng Hong in the Department of Otolaryngology operates daily within the delicate nasal cavity, applying surgical precision to ease patients' discomfort and safeguard their sense of smell.
One patient, an avid traveler, lost the aroma of her favorite street food during a trip abroad. After Doctor Peng Hong's minimally invasive procedure, she rediscovered spicy noodles within days and realized how much she had missed those flavors.
In HealthTalk, Doctor Peng Hong shares stories of recovery and explains how restoring smell goes beyond comfort—it can enhance safety, taste, and emotional well-being. He collaborates with allergy specialists to design post-surgery care plans, blending nasal irrigation, targeted medication, and lifestyle tips for lasting relief.
Thanks to cutting-edge endoscopic tools and advanced imaging, ENT surgeons can now navigate nasal passages with millimeter accuracy. Faster recoveries and reduced side effects mean more patients can reclaim their olfactory senses—and the full richness of daily life.
For young global citizens, tech enthusiasts, thought leaders, sports fans, and digital nomads, a restored sense of smell can deepen cultural experiences and reconnect us to the world's wonders—one breath at a time.
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