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What Causes Loss Of Sense Of Taste After A Head Trauma?
Question: I hit my head on a cement floor 3 months ago. I can't taste anything and my four topfro t teeth hurt
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern. Injury to nerves carrying taste like chorda tympani can lead to loss of taste.
Sometimes injury to olfactory nerves may lead to taste disturbances.
You should upload reports and previous consultation and prescription.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Upload previous reports
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern. Injury to nerves carrying taste like chorda tympani can lead to loss of taste.
Sometimes injury to olfactory nerves may lead to taste disturbances.
You should upload reports and previous consultation and prescription.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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