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What Causes Loss Of Taste And Smell While Suffering From Indigestion?

Hello Doctor, My partner has had loss of taste and smell and is confusing tastes and has a constant earthy, mouldy taste in his mouth which I can smell on his breath. He has been taking medication for indigestion, heartburn and colestoral and last October had minor surgery in his throat for a small growth on his vocal chords. He has since been advised to cease the medications but this has not helped. I would like a gastroscopy but his doctor has not suggested this. They think its related to the reflux. We are looking for some new ideas please. Glenda and Bob
Tue, 12 Feb 2019
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Hi,

The loss of taste with metallic mouth and indigestion is suggestive of alterations in the sensitivity of tongue epithelia via reflux of stomach acid.

In my clinic, I recommend vigilant control of acid reflux, local gel applications containing chlorhexidine or others.

Should refrain from spices, aerated drinks and hot beverages particularly for the transient period of time till recovery.

Use of tobacco-related products may hamper the issue many folds.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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What Causes Loss Of Taste And Smell While Suffering From Indigestion?

Hi, The loss of taste with metallic mouth and indigestion is suggestive of alterations in the sensitivity of tongue epithelia via reflux of stomach acid. In my clinic, I recommend vigilant control of acid reflux, local gel applications containing chlorhexidine or others. Should refrain from spices, aerated drinks and hot beverages particularly for the transient period of time till recovery. Use of tobacco-related products may hamper the issue many folds. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon