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What Causes Taste Distortion?
Question: On February 08, 2016, my tasting changed. Since that date, everything ingested has a salty, baking soda taste. All things ingested, water, milk, coffee and all foods. I have scraped and brushed my tongue and inside of my mouth. I am in good mental, physical and emotional health. I am not on any medication. I have been taking the same supplements for over ten years, Shaklee products. I however am a smoker. I appreciate your thoughts and suggestions. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Taste distortion may have several causes.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
There are several causes that may lead to taste distortion, and , since you don't use any drugs, these include zinc and vitamin B12 deficiency, dry mouth syndrome, glossopharyngeal nerve damage, mouth infection and inflammation etc.
Prolonged smoking also may affect taste buds function too.
It is necessary to be evaluated by your primary care Doctor and to have further medical examination and tests such zinc and vitamin B12 blood levels, in order to understand better your condition.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Greetings.
Taste distortion may have several causes.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
There are several causes that may lead to taste distortion, and , since you don't use any drugs, these include zinc and vitamin B12 deficiency, dry mouth syndrome, glossopharyngeal nerve damage, mouth infection and inflammation etc.
Prolonged smoking also may affect taste buds function too.
It is necessary to be evaluated by your primary care Doctor and to have further medical examination and tests such zinc and vitamin B12 blood levels, in order to understand better your condition.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Greetings.
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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