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My mother always claimed it was a zinc deficiency that caused loss of taste and ability to smell. She taught at a nursing school but I have no other leads on why. You might want to google and see if there is a link and talk to your doc.
Have you discussed this with the doctor who treats you for Crohn's disease? Loss of taste/bad taste can be a symptom of that disease. I also suggest you find a discussion board about that disease, and/or find a local support group to join.
AMENSCH, you asked about what toothpaste to use. The Whitening toothpaste have only been around maybe less than a decade. The whitening strips maybe 15 years at the most.
There are plenty of toothpastes and mouthwashes to choose from that don't say "whiteners" on them.
KidCandle, first one needs to figure out what is causing the loss of taste. Some medicines can do that, so ask your primary doctor.
Another cause of loss of taste can come from "whitening" toothpaste or mouthwashes. I had that happen to me. Yikes, it rattled me for awhile as I didn't know what was happening. Once I stopped that toothpaste, a week later my taste buds were working again :)
Aging can also lower the limit on taste. Are you still able to taste sweets? If yes, and it doesn't effect the Crohn's disease, enjoy the sweets.
I don't have an answer but have lost taste, have Crohn's, have had numerous tests including brain MRI and have been on and off numerous meds to possibly discover cause of taste loss for 1 1/2 years. This is first I've heard of toothpaste causing it. What toothpaste then is recommended?
AMENSCH again. Had many tests, scans, brain MRI, etc. and seen many doctors re loss of taste that came up negative. Have almost come to conclusion that it is due to long-time use of nasal steroid sprays to alleviate a cough -- Flonase, etc. Now on a non-steroidal spray that hopefully will eliminate a runny nose and related cough. Taste is almost completely gone and not optimistic it will return.
Amensch, Amiodarone (a cardiac medicine) can also cause loss of taste as well as loss of the sense of smell. Our neurologist shared that insight with us, after we had mentioned that my father had loss his sense of taste and smell.
There are functional Medicine Doctors which I just recently found and I go to their sites for advice. TY to my friend who is going to become one - for this information! When I saw a good Acupuncturist he also helped both my dying Mom and me with taste issues. Apparently, the more medications you mix, the more side effects. Burning out taste buds is just one of many. Lastly, allergies are another common reason which is quite often over-looked in elderly people due to the serious nature of their other illnesses. (Heart, Lung, Cancer, Etc.) Brushing your loved ones tongue, ever so lightly, and moisturizing with the lemon swabs sometimes can give taste buds a short-lived lift. Check with the doctor first, of course!!!!! I barely taste anything anymore, I eat for texture. (multiple problems) I breathe in oil of eucalyptus, to clear myself out and only do it every few days so I don't burn any membranes and follow directions on the package closely. God Bless all. Fatigued tonight.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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There are plenty of toothpastes and mouthwashes to choose from that don't say "whiteners" on them.
Another cause of loss of taste can come from "whitening" toothpaste or mouthwashes. I had that happen to me. Yikes, it rattled me for awhile as I didn't know what was happening. Once I stopped that toothpaste, a week later my taste buds were working again :)
Aging can also lower the limit on taste. Are you still able to taste sweets? If yes, and it doesn't effect the Crohn's disease, enjoy the sweets.
When I saw a good Acupuncturist he also helped both my dying Mom and me with taste issues. Apparently, the more medications you mix, the more side effects. Burning out taste buds is just one of many.
Lastly, allergies are another common reason which is quite often over-looked in elderly people due to the serious nature of their other illnesses. (Heart, Lung, Cancer, Etc.)
Brushing your loved ones tongue, ever so lightly, and moisturizing with the lemon swabs sometimes can give taste buds a short-lived lift. Check with the doctor first, of course!!!!! I barely taste anything anymore, I eat for texture. (multiple problems) I breathe in oil of eucalyptus, to clear myself out and only do it every few days so I don't burn any membranes and follow directions on the package closely. God Bless all. Fatigued tonight.