Question 1

why don't foods taste as good when you have a cold?

Accepted Answer

Colds and senses: Viral upper respiratory infections can damage peripheral olfactory receptors and probably central olfactory pathways . A runny nose is a common cause of olfactory dysfunction. Gustatory functions are tied to the sense of smell, which could be why food does not taste as good.

Question 2

how come food doesn't taste right while i have a cold?

Accepted Answer

Nose trouble: Most "taste" is actually mediated by the sense of smell in the nose. When there's edema and inflammation there, it's rendered inoperative.

Question 3

all smells weither it be roses or food all smells the same (disgusting smell) same with foods i eat that same smell and taste on everything. cant eat.

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Possible causesxpos: This can be from medication, toxic exposure, or an infection in the air passages. An otolaryngologist may be able to find the cause at konce

Question 4

i am experiencing changes in sense of smell.it started 3 months ago.i used to get colds in the morning.i lost my appetite because of the weird smell and tastes of foods. although i can smell fragrant things, the smell is still different than before?

Accepted Answer

: I assume you don't smoke. Long term loss if smell &amp; taste has occurred after covid infections. Other possible causes are nervous system disorders,nasal pathology, paranasal sinus disease, diabetes, certain medications. I recommend consulting an otolaryngologist for evaluation &amp; appropriate testing.

Question 5

i have had a common cold for four days but when i eat food smells and taste like rubbing alcohol ?

Accepted Answer

Nasal congestion: These symptoms are due to the nasal membrane inflammation and congestion. Distorted taste is common when the sense of  smell is impaired and these symptoms will resolve when the nasal passages clear and return to normal.

Question 6

had a cold two weeks ago and have post nasal drip now. all tastes seem normal expect i have a much higher tolerance for spicey food. it barely bothers me. why is this?

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I do not know: Maybe the virus affected your taste and spicy food tolerance in some way.  These things are usually transient and in the near future, you will most likely be back to normal.  Best wishes.

Question 7

quit smoking a week ago cold turkey, lost my appetite. also food smells and tastes rotten even if fresh. just nicotine withdrawal or something else?

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Nicotine: Given your history I believe it's just the nicotine. Great job on quitting though.

Question 8

since saturday 9/18 every time i taste any hot food or meats (fish, burgers, chicken etc) it all snells the same like rotten eggs and taste bad like rotten eggs and the bad smell and taste wont go away.only cold foods taste normal. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

: You possibly have been exposed to Covid. Get a home diagnosis test and see your doctor if it is positive. Good Luck

Question 9

been feeling light headed cant feel my skin, cant tell the difference between hot or cold like i used to. not eating very healthy foods. or exercising like i normally would. do i have a vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Several symptoms: Please start by seeing your doctor.  There are many possibilities and he/she will diagnose and treat.  Something physical MAY be the issue but anxiety can also produce similar symptoms.  If you need a nutritional lab panel, Spectracell Lab in Texas has a good one.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

belly legs hard to warm up after cold food and being in vold weather for few weeks cbc good blood cultures good advice cant figure it out feel cold? id like an answer please quickly?

Accepted Answer

: If I understand your question, you're experiencing feeling cold when others may be comfortable. For some people this cold intolerance is a life long tendency but if it's new to you, I'd wonder about weight loss or an underactive thyroid as possible reasons. Anemia has been ruled out by your normal cbc. Some people newly on anticoagulants have complained of cold intolerance.

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All smells weither it be roses or food all smells the same (disgusting smell) same with foods i eat that same smell and taste on everything. cant eat.

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I am experiencing changes in sense of smell.it started 3 months ago.i used to get colds in the morning.i lost my appetite because of the weird smell and tastes of foods. although i can smell fragrant things, the smell is still different than before?

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I have had a common cold for four days but when i eat food smells and taste like rubbing alcohol ?

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Had a cold two weeks ago and have post nasal drip now. all tastes seem normal expect i have a much higher tolerance for spicey food. it barely bothers me. why is this?

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Quit smoking a week ago cold turkey, lost my appetite. also food smells and tastes rotten even if fresh. just nicotine withdrawal or something else?

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Since saturday 9/18 every time i taste any hot food or meats (fish, burgers, chicken etc) it all snells the same like rotten eggs and taste bad like rotten eggs and the bad smell and taste wont go away.only cold foods taste normal. what could it be?

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Been feeling light headed cant feel my skin, cant tell the difference between hot or cold like i used to. not eating very healthy foods. or exercising like i normally would. do i have a vitamin deficiency?

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Belly legs hard to warm up after cold food and being in vold weather for few weeks cbc good blood cultures good advice cant figure it out feel cold? id like an answer please quickly?

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