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Why don't foods taste the same to me anymore? can medication change taste buds?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Bingo: Certain medical conditions and medications can change your sense of taste. Discuss your concerns with your PCP

Answered 12/30/2014

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