HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes One-sided Altered Sense Of Taste On The Tongue?

The taste buds on the right side of my tongue suddenly are not working properly. Its like everything the touches that side become very bitter. The left side seems to be working fine, but when all the food is mixed up the overall taste is not enjoyable. I feel fine, there is no numbness. Could it be a cold? Would a cold shut off the receptors?
Mon, 9 May 2016
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi.. warm regards... I understand your concern. The taste buds are under central nervous system, so if taste buds are not functioning properly then it needs neurological evaluation. Taste buds functioning has no connection with cold. U should first consult ENT consultant then Neurophysician.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes One-sided Altered Sense Of Taste On The Tongue?

Hi.. warm regards... I understand your concern. The taste buds are under central nervous system, so if taste buds are not functioning properly then it needs neurological evaluation. Taste buds functioning has no connection with cold. U should first consult ENT consultant then Neurophysician.