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My fianc lost her taste buds during pregnancy and now it's a permanent issue. the only way she can get taste back is sleep... any thoughts?

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Dr. Timothy Farley answered

Specializes in General Practice

Neurologist...: There's more to that history than can be discussed here. I'd go see the primary care doctor, but would probably opt to consult a neurologist and make sure that there isn't any kind of neurological cause for the loss of sensation.

Answered 8/25/2015

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