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A member asked:

I've lost my taste from some sinus problem or hayfever i really want it back i need it how can i get it back?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doctor: Severe nasal obstruction and/or chronic sinus infection often leads to taste impairment. Talk to your doctor about it. Another possibility is from the brain injury which is very low on the list however.

Answered 7/25/2015

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