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Does PD Cause A Loss Of The Sense Of Taste? I'm Losing Mine.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Phoenix, AZ

I don't know if my symptoms are from PD or if it is a side effect of medication, my imagination, or something else. Have any of you had a similar problem?

December 6, 2024
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Because of my loss of taste I started eating spicy foods especially loaded with garlic, onions, etc. and drinking expresso rather than regular coffee. Any exaggerated or strong flavor has allowed me to regain at least some taste.

December 6, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes most unpalatable 😄😋😝

December 7, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I hope so otherwise my wife's culinary skills have totally gone down the pan ! 😅😋

December 8, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Definitely yes. I’m now eating spicier foods and drinking espresso instead of coffee so I can get that coffee taste which I can’t for regular coffee. Garlic, onions, etc. seem to help breakthrough. The Parkinson’s taste barrier.

December 7, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Losing your sense of smell can cause loss of taste as well.

December 6, 2024

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