Loss of taste sensation is referred to as ageusia. It occurs due to various causes like nutritional deficiencies, certain medications, sinus infections, gum problems, dry mouth, certain diseases, etc. Identifying the causative factor and appropriate treatment helps restore the lost taste sensation.
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I have been experiencing loss of taste and smell for the past eight months. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am an otherwise healthy 23-year-old male. But eight months ago, I lost my sense of taste and smell with no other symptoms at the time besides those two. About a month ago, however, I got my eyes tested and found out I had dry eyes. I have already had Covid-19 about two years ago and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Impaired sense of smell is of two types, conductive and sensorineural. Conductive is when the source of smell that is the particles are not able to reach the olfactory area in the roof of the nose due to some blockage in the nose. Sensorineural ... Read Full »
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