Taste disorder
Taste disorder is a condition that affects the sense of taste. It can be caused by various factors, including ageing, medication, and certain medical conditions. Taste disorders can be temporary or long-term, and they can affect one or more of the five basic tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami.
Types of Taste Disorders[edit | edit source]
There are several types of taste disorders, including:
- Hypogeusia: This is a reduced ability to taste things.
- Ageusia: This is the inability to taste anything.
- Dysgeusia: This is a condition where a foul, salty, rancid, or metallic taste sensation persists in the mouth.
- Phantogeusia: This is a condition where a person experiences a persistent taste of a substance that is not present.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Taste disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Ageing: As people age, their sense of taste can diminish.
- Medication: Certain medications can alter the sense of taste.
- Medical conditions: Conditions such as diabetes, thyroid problems, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and cancer can cause taste disorders.
- Injury: An injury to the head can cause taste disorders.
- Radiation therapy: This treatment for cancer can cause a change in the sense of taste.
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis of a taste disorder is often done by a doctor or a dentist. They may conduct a physical examination of the mouth and ask about the person's medical history. They may also perform a "taste test," in which the person is asked to identify different tastes.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for taste disorders depends on the cause. If the disorder is caused by medication, the doctor may change the medication. If it is caused by a medical condition, treating that condition may help. In some cases, a person may be referred to a dietitian or a speech therapist for help with eating problems.
See also[edit | edit source]
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