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Taste - impaired |
| Overview Treatment |
| Alternative Names: |
| Loss of taste; Metallic taste; Dysgeusia |
| Home Care: |
| Follow prescribed therapy, which may include a diet modification. For the common cold or flu, taste senses should return to normal after the illness has past. For smokers, stop smoking. |
| Call your health care provider if: |
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| What to expect at your health care provider's office: |
| The doctor will take your medical history and perform a physical examination. Medical history questions documenting the taste changes in detail may include:
After seeing your health care provider: If a diagnosis was made by your health care provider related to taste changes, you may want to note that diagnosis in your personal medical record. |
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