Dysgeusia Symptoms, Causes and More
Who Is at Risk?
Anyone undergoing surgery, taking antibiotics or with medical conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux, is at risk of developing dysgeusia. Menopausal and pregnant women may be at risk for developing a change in senses because of their fluctuating hormone levels, which can affect taste.
Specific types of surgery like laryngoscopy and tonsillectomy can also cause this condition, and so can medical treatments such as chemotherapy. People who've damaged their peripheral nerves responsible for sending messages to the senses could also be at risk.
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