A chronically high heart rate, even during periods of inactivity, does not automatically mean your teen is ill or using illicit drugs. Although marijuana, cocaine and other drugs can increase your teenâs resting heart rate, anxiety and overconsumption of caffeine can also elevate her resting heart rate to active levels.
Phantom smells, like burnt toast and burning hair, can be a sign of a stroke, but they can also be a sign of other conditions, explains NBC News. A tumor can also cause people to experience phantom smells, as can an infection in the brain. Keep Learning.
Behind the Headlines. Anosmia is the medical term for loss of the sense of smell. Sense of smell 'may predict lifespan', BBC News reports. New research suggests people unable to smell distinctive scents, such as peppermint or fish, may have an increased risk of death within five years of losing their sense of smell.