Question 1

i lost my sense of taste yesterday?

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See Dr.: There are several causes of possible loss of taste, most commonly an infection, viral or bacterial, which may cause this.  Smoking and other medical issues are also possible, so if your sense of taste does not return, see your Dr. Best wishes.

Question 2

how can i get my sense of taste back?

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Suggestions: It is unlikely that you have lost your sense of taste, independently, but rather, more likely, you have had a problem with sense of smell, and secondary issues with taste.  On occasion, zinc supplements may help, but I would highly recommend a visit to an ENT specialist to get this worked out thoroughly.

Question 3

do you lose sense of taste with aging?

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Not uncommon: Losing sense of taste with aging is quite common.  Basically, the nerve endings that give us taste simply wear out.

Question 4

what could cause the sense of taste to change?

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Loss of smell/taste: Anosmia which is loss of smell can be associated with medical conditions such as flu, Parkinson disease, stroke, head trauma, cerebral contusion, old age, Alzheimer, bells palsy, smell and taste are connected, if you cant smell you normally cannot taste.  Spicy foods work.  Condition may be dangerous because smoke cannot be detected.  Olfactory nerve transmits smell,may be affected by tumor/trauma

Question 5

can i stop myself from losing my sense of taste?

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Yes you can: You can help youself by not smoking, cosuming chewing tobacco, not using coccaine or other illicit drugs.Getting treated for nasal allergies and sinus infections properly, and not using long term over the counter nasal decongestants, and having regular dental check ups, brushing and flossing properly.

Question 6

is it possible to lose my sense of taste forever?

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Response: The usual cause for loss of taste is loss of sense of smell, and in some cases zinc supplements can reverse much of the problem.  Yet, would be prudent for you to have a thorough evaluation by an Otolaryngologist, as sometimes, sinus issues are causing difficulties which can be readily reversed.

Question 7

what could be causing me to be losing my sense of taste?

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Nasal issues often: Most of taste is influenced by sense of smell. Whatever decreases that, e.g. A cold, sinus infection, polyp, etc can affect taste as well. Sometimes effect after head trauma, cranial nerve issues, local problems after e.g. Radiation rx-"mouth blindness", unlikely tumors, etc. See md, check for problems that may be easily rx'd. Specialized care is available in research centers for tough cases.

Question 8

could a cold cause me to lose sense of taste and smell?

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It could temporarily: Diminish those senses. But that should return as you improve.

Question 9

i have a cold since 2 weeks now and no amelioration even with cold medecine, should i get worried? lost my sense of taste since 2weeks too

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Sinusitis: With no relief from otc medicine and now with taste problems, i would think sinusitis- have your md check for that.  Based on other unnamed symptoms, more may be considered.

Question 10

i have no sense of taste and need a referral to go get a covid test ?

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Talk to a Dr online: Covid Referrals are typically available in a telehealth video consult with either your PCP or on a website. They take a few minutes, and the referral is sent to your email. Depending on your location, and availability of the test, you may need to make an appointment.

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