ca·cos·mi·a (k -k s m - , -kz-)n. The imagining of unpleasant odors, particularly putrefactive odors. |
cacosmia
[kakoz′mē·ə]
Etymology: Gk, kakos + osme, odor
the perception of foul odor or stench when none exists. In most instances the condition results from psychologic factors, as in olfactory hallucinations that occur during certain psychoses, although it may be caused by a brain lesion. Also spelled kakosmia.
cacosmia [kak-oz´me-ah]
a sensation of bad smell not related to a specific odor, or associated with olfactory stimuli usually considered to be pleasant.
cacosmia
foul odor; stench.
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