Our mouse model of CRS displayed an allergic response to HDM+SEB administration, including the Type 2/Th2 inflammatory profile characteristic of human eosinophilic CRSwNP. Although sense of smell did not appear to be altered in these conditions, the data reveal the influence of chronic inflammation on olfactory neurogenesis, suggesting that factors unique to humans may be involved in CRSwNP-associated anosmia. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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