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Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 27 (from laksa142)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa027.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/impaired-taste-or-smell/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/impaired-taste-or-smell/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

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Similarly, an\nimpaired sense of taste i\ns called\nHypogeusia\nand\nloss of taste\nis\nAgeusia\n.\nDysgeusia\nrefers to the\npresence of an unpleasant or foul taste in the mouth.\nAs the sense of smell is an important contributing factor to taste, impaired smell frequently also manifests as impaired taste.\nDiagnosing Impaired Taste and Smell\nMost people can notice when one of their senses is muted or absent, but a doctor may want to diagnose the loss of smell or taste. This can be done in a variety of ways including\nscratch and sniff tests to determine what a patient can smell\n, or\nmeasuring the lowest strength of a chemical solution\nthat a patient can taste.\nSymptoms of Impaited Taste and Smell\nDepending on the cause, impaired taste and smell may present in many different ways, including an\ninability to taste or smell, muted senses, the inability to taste certain categories (sweet, sour, bitter, salty), the presence of strange tastes or odour absent of cause\n, or previously\npleasant tastes or smells becoming unpleasant. \nCauses of a Impaired Taste and Smell\nThere are numerous possible\ncauses for impaired taste and smell\n, including:\nAge - Many people over the age of 60 have reduced senses of taste and smell. It is a fairly common effect of aging.\nCold and Flu\nCOVID-19\nEar infections\nGum Disease,\nincluding gingivitis or periodontal disease\nHead or Ear injuries\nMedication, including cancer treatments, lithium, some anxiety and depression drugs thyroid medications\nSalivary Gland Infections\nSinus Infections\nSmoking\nStrep Throat\nand Pharyngitis\nVitamin deficiency, especially B-12 and zinc\nSelf Care\nDepending on the source of the impairment there are a number of\nhome remedies that can help with impaired taste and smell.\nQuitting smoking - ex smokers can usually see an improvement in taste and smell within a few days of quitting.\nDental hygiene - a proper\ndental hygiene\nregimen can eliminate plaque and help control gum disease.\nDiet - a balanced diet can help elevate zinc and B-12 levels. Vegans may need to take B-12 supplements or eat fortified foods.\nCold and Flu medications\nSee a Doctor If:\nYour impaired senses have no obvious cause\nYou lose taste or smell\nYou constantly smell ammonia\nImpairment of taste or smell coincides with a head injury\nYou also\nfeel fatigued\nIf you feel the impaired senses are the result of a new medication\nIf you have problems with your sense of taste and smell, the most convenient way is to\nbook an appointment with a doctor online\nwith MyHealth1st, where you can find and book an appointment with a doctor near you, 24\/7.\nAuthor\nDaniel Wilks\nDaniel Wilks has worked with words for almost all of his working life, as a journalist, content producer, podcaster, playwright and even comic book author. After completing a Bachelor of Theatre degree majoring in script writing and dramaturgy, Daniel went on to complete a Master of Professional Writing degree at the University of Technology, Sydney. Since that time, Daniel has written for and edited a number of magazines and websites in the tech, gaming, and pop-culture space, across all manner of topics, ranging from film and music reviews to investigative pieces detailing corporate malfeasance. \nA family history of mental health issues and other health problems experienced by his extended family prompted Daniel to leave tech journalism and embark on a career helping people better understand their health so they can more readily access the help they need. Daniel joined the team at MyHealth1st at the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic, a time that people needed easy access to healthcare and accurate health information more than ever. \nRead more from this author","attrs_markdown":"[![](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/static\/assets\/images\/2HyCXJuyaiddXy3kYWTJjp\/myhealth1st-big-navy.svg)](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/)\n\n- [Sign up](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/signup\/patient)\n- [Log in](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/login\/patient)\n- [Are you a practice?](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/practices)\n\n- [Book now](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/)\n- [Browse health services]()\n- [Health hub](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/)\n- [About us](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/about-us\/)\n- [Support](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/support\/)\n\n[Health Hub](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/)  \\>  [General Health](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/query\/?filter=General%20Health)  \\>  Article  \\>  Impaired Taste or Smell - What does it mean?\n\n# Impaired Taste or Smell - What does it mean?\n***\n![](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/static\/assets\/images\/5rwl7tRVc0rtKEaXhiOdIl\/impaired-taste-or-smell.jpg)\n\n### Having an impaired sense of taste or smell doesn’t necessarily mean a complete loss of the sense, but rather a muting or alteration to the sense, including a metallic taste in the mouth or an ongoing smell of burning or ammonia.\n*An impaired smell is known* as **Hyposmia** and *loss of smel* l as **Anosmia** . Similarly, an *impaired sense of taste i* s called **Hypogeusia** and *loss of taste* is **Ageusia** . **Dysgeusia** refers to the *presence of an unpleasant or foul taste in the mouth.*\n\nAs the sense of smell is an important contributing factor to taste, impaired smell frequently also manifests as impaired taste.\n\n## Diagnosing Impaired Taste and Smell\nMost people can notice when one of their senses is muted or absent, but a doctor may want to diagnose the loss of smell or taste. This can be done in a variety of ways including **scratch and sniff tests to determine what a patient can smell** , or **measuring the lowest strength of a chemical solution** that a patient can taste.\n\n## Symptoms of Impaited Taste and Smell\nDepending on the cause, impaired taste and smell may present in many different ways, including an **inability to taste or smell, muted senses, the inability to taste certain categories (sweet, sour, bitter, salty), the presence of strange tastes or odour absent of cause** , or previously **pleasant tastes or smells becoming unpleasant.**\n\n## Causes of a Impaired Taste and Smell\nThere are numerous possible **causes for impaired taste and smell** , including:\n\n- Age - Many people over the age of 60 have reduced senses of taste and smell. It is a fairly common effect of aging.\n- Cold and Flu\n- [COVID-19](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/coronavirus-symptoms)\n- Ear infections\n- [Gum Disease,](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/gum-disease-are-you-at-risk\/) including gingivitis or periodontal disease\n- Head or Ear injuries\n- Medication, including cancer treatments, lithium, some anxiety and depression drugs thyroid medications\n- Salivary Gland Infections\n- Sinus Infections\n- Smoking\n- [Strep Throat](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/sore-throat) and Pharyngitis\n- Vitamin deficiency, especially B-12 and zinc\n## Self Care\nDepending on the source of the impairment there are a number of **home remedies that can help with impaired taste and smell.**\n\n- Quitting smoking - ex smokers can usually see an improvement in taste and smell within a few days of quitting.\n- Dental hygiene - a proper [dental hygiene](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/dental-practices-covid19-safety\/) regimen can eliminate plaque and help control gum disease.\n- Diet - a balanced diet can help elevate zinc and B-12 levels. Vegans may need to take B-12 supplements or eat fortified foods.\n- Cold and Flu medications\n\nSee a Doctor If:\n\n- Your impaired senses have no obvious cause\n- You lose taste or smell\n- You constantly smell ammonia\n- Impairment of taste or smell coincides with a head injury\n- You also [feel fatigued](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/fatigue-more-than-just-feeling-tired)\n- If you feel the impaired senses are the result of a new medication\n***\n#### If you have problems with your sense of taste and smell, the most convenient way is to [book an appointment with a doctor online](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/find\/doctors) with MyHealth1st, where you can find and book an appointment with a doctor near you, 24\/7.\n***\n##### Author\n### Daniel Wilks\nDaniel Wilks has worked with words for almost all of his working life, as a journalist, content producer, podcaster, playwright and even comic book author. After completing a Bachelor of Theatre degree majoring in script writing and dramaturgy, Daniel went on to complete a Master of Professional Writing degree at the University of Technology, Sydney. Since that time, Daniel has written for and edited a number of magazines and websites in the tech, gaming, and pop-culture space, across all manner of topics, ranging from film and music reviews to investigative pieces detailing corporate malfeasance.\n\nA family history of mental health issues and other health problems experienced by his extended family prompted Daniel to leave tech journalism and embark on a career helping people better understand their health so they can more readily access the help they need. Daniel joined the team at MyHealth1st at the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic, a time that people needed easy access to healthcare and accurate health information more than ever.\n\n[Read more from this author](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/author\/daniel-wilks)\n\n### Related content\n***\n[Created with Sketch.Coronavirus Symptoms One of the difficulties of diagnosing COVID-19 outside of official coronavirus testing is the fact that the virus shares most common symptoms with the common cold. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), COVID-19 symptoms can appear up to 14 days after exposure.](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/coronavirus-symptoms\/)\n***\n[Created with Sketch.Sore Throat - Causes and Cures What is a Sore Throat? A sore throat is just what it sounds like, a sore,painful, itchy or scratchy throat often accompanied by difficulty swallowing. A sore throat is also known as Pharyngitis - inflammation of the Pharynx (back of the throat).](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/sore-throat\/)\n***\n[Created with Sketch.Shortness of Breath - Why can’t I fill my lungs? What is Shortness of Breath or Breathlessness? Shortness of breath or breathlessness refers to the sensation of not being able to take a full breath. You may feel as though you have just sprinted or climbed a number of flights of stairs but haven’t actually had any physical exertion.](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/shortness-of-breath\/)\n***\n[Created with Sketch.Nausea and Vomiting - Why can’t I keep anything down? What is Nausea and Vomiting? Vomiting is the uncontrollable need to evacuate the contents of the stomach through the mouth. Nausea is the feeling of needing to vomit, even if you don’t vomit. 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a muting or alteration to the sense, including a metallic taste in the mouth or an ongoing smell of burning or ammonia.\n*An impaired smell is known* as **Hyposmia** and *loss of smel* l as **Anosmia** . Similarly, an *impaired sense of taste i* s called **Hypogeusia** and *loss of taste* is **Ageusia** . **Dysgeusia** refers to the *presence of an unpleasant or foul taste in the mouth.*\n\nAs the sense of smell is an important contributing factor to taste, impaired smell frequently also manifests as impaired taste.\n\n## Diagnosing Impaired Taste and Smell\nMost people can notice when one of their senses is muted or absent, but a doctor may want to diagnose the loss of smell or taste. This can be done in a variety of ways including **scratch and sniff tests to determine what a patient can smell** , or **measuring the lowest strength of a chemical solution** that a patient can taste.\n\n## Symptoms of Impaited Taste and Smell\nDepending on the cause, impaired taste and smell may present in many different ways, including an **inability to taste or smell, muted senses, the inability to taste certain categories (sweet, sour, bitter, salty), the presence of strange tastes or odour absent of cause** , or previously **pleasant tastes or smells becoming unpleasant.**\n\n## Causes of a Impaired Taste and Smell\nThere are numerous possible **causes for impaired taste and smell** , including:\n\n- Age - Many people over the age of 60 have reduced senses of taste and smell. It is a fairly common effect of aging.\n- Cold and Flu\n- [COVID-19](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/coronavirus-symptoms)\n- Ear infections\n- [Gum Disease,](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/gum-disease-are-you-at-risk\/) including gingivitis or periodontal disease\n- Head or Ear injuries\n- Medication, including cancer treatments, lithium, some anxiety and depression drugs thyroid medications\n- Salivary Gland Infections\n- Sinus Infections\n- Smoking\n- [Strep Throat](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/sore-throat) and Pharyngitis\n- Vitamin deficiency, especially B-12 and zinc\n## Self Care\nDepending on the source of the impairment there are a number of **home remedies that can help with impaired taste and smell.**\n\n- Quitting smoking - ex smokers can usually see an improvement in taste and smell within a few days of quitting.\n- Dental hygiene - a proper [dental hygiene](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/dental-practices-covid19-safety\/) regimen can eliminate plaque and help control gum disease.\n- Diet - a balanced diet can help elevate zinc and B-12 levels. Vegans may need to take B-12 supplements or eat fortified foods.\n- Cold and Flu medications\n\nSee a Doctor If:\n\n- Your impaired senses have no obvious cause\n- You lose taste or smell\n- You constantly smell ammonia\n- Impairment of taste or smell coincides with a head injury\n- You also [feel fatigued](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/articles\/fatigue-more-than-just-feeling-tired)\n- If you feel the impaired senses are the result of a new medication\n***\n#### If you have problems with your sense of taste and smell, the most convenient way is to [book an appointment with a doctor online](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/find\/doctors) with MyHealth1st, where you can find and book an appointment with a doctor near you, 24\/7.\n***\n##### Author\n### Daniel Wilks\nDaniel Wilks has worked with words for almost all of his working life, as a journalist, content producer, podcaster, playwright and even comic book author. After completing a Bachelor of Theatre degree majoring in script writing and dramaturgy, Daniel went on to complete a Master of Professional Writing degree at the University of Technology, Sydney. Since that time, Daniel has written for and edited a number of magazines and websites in the tech, gaming, and pop-culture space, across all manner of topics, ranging from film and music reviews to investigative pieces detailing corporate malfeasance.\n\nA family history of mental health issues and other health problems experienced by his extended family prompted Daniel to leave tech journalism and embark on a career helping people better understand their health so they can more readily access the help they need. Daniel joined the team at MyHealth1st at the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic, a time that people needed easy access to healthcare and accurate health information more than ever.\n\n[Read more from this author](https:\/\/www.myhealth1st.com.au\/health-hub\/author\/daniel-wilks)","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Having an impaired sense of taste or smell doesn’t necessarily mean a complete loss of the sense, but rather a muting or alteration to the sense, including a metallic taste in the mouth or an ongoing smell of burning or ammonia. An impaired smell is known as Hyposmia and loss of smel l as Anosmia . Similarly, an impaired sense of taste i s called Hypogeusia and loss of taste is Ageusia . Dysgeusia refers to the presence of an unpleasant or foul taste in the mouth. As the sense of smell is an important contributing factor to taste, impaired smell frequently also manifests as impaired taste. Diagnosing Impaired Taste and Smell Most people can notice when one of their senses is muted or absent, but a doctor may want to diagnose the loss of smell or taste. This can be done in a variety of ways including scratch and sniff tests to determine what a patient can smell , or measuring the lowest strength of a chemical solution that a patient can taste. Symptoms of Impaited Taste and Smell Depending on the cause, impaired taste and smell may present in many different ways, including an inability to taste or smell, muted senses, the inability to taste certain categories (sweet, sour, bitter, salty), the presence of strange tastes or odour absent of cause , or previously pleasant tastes or smells becoming unpleasant. Causes of a Impaired Taste and Smell There are numerous possible causes for impaired taste and smell , including: Age - Many people over the age of 60 have reduced senses of taste and smell. It is a fairly common effect of aging. Cold and Flu COVID-19 Ear infections Gum Disease, including gingivitis or periodontal disease Head or Ear injuries Medication, including cancer treatments, lithium, some anxiety and depression drugs thyroid medications Salivary Gland Infections Sinus Infections Smoking Strep Throat and Pharyngitis Vitamin deficiency, especially B-12 and zinc Self Care Depending on the source of the impairment there are a number of home remedies that can help with impaired taste and smell. Quitting smoking - ex smokers can usually see an improvement in taste and smell within a few days of quitting. Dental hygiene - a proper dental hygiene regimen can eliminate plaque and help control gum disease. Diet - a balanced diet can help elevate zinc and B-12 levels. Vegans may need to take B-12 supplements or eat fortified foods. Cold and Flu medications See a Doctor If: Your impaired senses have no obvious cause You lose taste or smell You constantly smell ammonia Impairment of taste or smell coincides with a head injury You also feel fatigued If you feel the impaired senses are the result of a new medication If you have problems with your sense of taste and smell, the most convenient way is to book an appointment with a doctor online with MyHealth1st, where you can find and book an appointment with a doctor near you, 24/7. Author Daniel Wilks Daniel Wilks has worked with words for almost all of his working life, as a journalist, content producer, podcaster, playwright and even comic book author. After completing a Bachelor of Theatre degree majoring in script writing and dramaturgy, Daniel went on to complete a Master of Professional Writing degree at the University of Technology, Sydney. Since that time, Daniel has written for and edited a number of magazines and websites in the tech, gaming, and pop-culture space, across all manner of topics, ranging from film and music reviews to investigative pieces detailing corporate malfeasance. A family history of mental health issues and other health problems experienced by his extended family prompted Daniel to leave tech journalism and embark on a career helping people better understand their health so they can more readily access the help they need. Daniel joined the team at MyHealth1st at the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic, a time that people needed easy access to healthcare and accurate health information more than ever. Read more from this author
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An impaired smell is known as Hyposmia and loss of smel l as Anosmia . Similarly, an impaired sense of taste i s called Hypogeusia and loss of taste is Ageusia . Dysgeusia refers to the presence of an unpleasant or foul taste in the mouth. As the sense of smell is an important contributing factor to taste, impaired smell frequently also manifests as impaired taste. ## Diagnosing Impaired Taste and Smell Most people can notice when one of their senses is muted or absent, but a doctor may want to diagnose the loss of smell or taste. This can be done in a variety of ways including scratch and sniff tests to determine what a patient can smell , or measuring the lowest strength of a chemical solution that a patient can taste. ## Symptoms of Impaited Taste and Smell Depending on the cause, impaired taste and smell may present in many different ways, including an inability to taste or smell, muted senses, the inability to taste certain categories (sweet, sour, bitter, salty), the presence of strange tastes or odour absent of cause , or previously pleasant tastes or smells becoming unpleasant. ## Causes of a Impaired Taste and Smell There are numerous possible causes for impaired taste and smell , including: - Age - Many people over the age of 60 have reduced senses of taste and smell. It is a fairly common effect of aging. - Cold and Flu - [COVID-19](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/coronavirus-symptoms) - Ear infections - [Gum Disease,](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/gum-disease-are-you-at-risk/) including gingivitis or periodontal disease - Head or Ear injuries - Medication, including cancer treatments, lithium, some anxiety and depression drugs thyroid medications - Salivary Gland Infections - Sinus Infections - Smoking - [Strep Throat](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/sore-throat) and Pharyngitis - Vitamin deficiency, especially B-12 and zinc ## Self Care Depending on the source of the impairment there are a number of home remedies that can help with impaired taste and smell. - Quitting smoking - ex smokers can usually see an improvement in taste and smell within a few days of quitting. - Dental hygiene - a proper [dental hygiene](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/dental-practices-covid19-safety/) regimen can eliminate plaque and help control gum disease. - Diet - a balanced diet can help elevate zinc and B-12 levels. Vegans may need to take B-12 supplements or eat fortified foods. - Cold and Flu medications See a Doctor If: - Your impaired senses have no obvious cause - You lose taste or smell - You constantly smell ammonia - Impairment of taste or smell coincides with a head injury - You also [feel fatigued](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/fatigue-more-than-just-feeling-tired) - If you feel the impaired senses are the result of a new medication * #### If you have problems with your sense of taste and smell, the most convenient way is to [book an appointment with a doctor online](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/find/doctors) with MyHealth1st, where you can find and book an appointment with a doctor near you, 24/7. * ##### Author ### Daniel Wilks Daniel Wilks has worked with words for almost all of his working life, as a journalist, content producer, podcaster, playwright and even comic book author. After completing a Bachelor of Theatre degree majoring in script writing and dramaturgy, Daniel went on to complete a Master of Professional Writing degree at the University of Technology, Sydney. Since that time, Daniel has written for and edited a number of magazines and websites in the tech, gaming, and pop-culture space, across all manner of topics, ranging from film and music reviews to investigative pieces detailing corporate malfeasance. A family history of mental health issues and other health problems experienced by his extended family prompted Daniel to leave tech journalism and embark on a career helping people better understand their health so they can more readily access the help they need. Daniel joined the team at MyHealth1st at the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic, a time that people needed easy access to healthcare and accurate health information more than ever. 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Readable Markdown	![](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/static/assets/images/5rwl7tRVc0rtKEaXhiOdIl/impaired-taste-or-smell.jpg) ### Having an impaired sense of taste or smell doesn’t necessarily mean a complete loss of the sense, but rather a muting or alteration to the sense, including a metallic taste in the mouth or an ongoing smell of burning or ammonia. An impaired smell is known as Hyposmia and loss of smel l as Anosmia . Similarly, an impaired sense of taste i s called Hypogeusia and loss of taste is Ageusia . Dysgeusia refers to the presence of an unpleasant or foul taste in the mouth. As the sense of smell is an important contributing factor to taste, impaired smell frequently also manifests as impaired taste. ## Diagnosing Impaired Taste and Smell Most people can notice when one of their senses is muted or absent, but a doctor may want to diagnose the loss of smell or taste. This can be done in a variety of ways including scratch and sniff tests to determine what a patient can smell , or measuring the lowest strength of a chemical solution that a patient can taste. ## Symptoms of Impaited Taste and Smell Depending on the cause, impaired taste and smell may present in many different ways, including an inability to taste or smell, muted senses, the inability to taste certain categories (sweet, sour, bitter, salty), the presence of strange tastes or odour absent of cause , or previously pleasant tastes or smells becoming unpleasant. ## Causes of a Impaired Taste and Smell There are numerous possible causes for impaired taste and smell , including: - Age - Many people over the age of 60 have reduced senses of taste and smell. It is a fairly common effect of aging. - Cold and Flu - [COVID-19](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/coronavirus-symptoms) - Ear infections - [Gum Disease,](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/gum-disease-are-you-at-risk/) including gingivitis or periodontal disease - Head or Ear injuries - Medication, including cancer treatments, lithium, some anxiety and depression drugs thyroid medications - Salivary Gland Infections - Sinus Infections - Smoking - [Strep Throat](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/sore-throat) and Pharyngitis - Vitamin deficiency, especially B-12 and zinc ## Self Care Depending on the source of the impairment there are a number of home remedies that can help with impaired taste and smell. - Quitting smoking - ex smokers can usually see an improvement in taste and smell within a few days of quitting. - Dental hygiene - a proper [dental hygiene](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/dental-practices-covid19-safety/) regimen can eliminate plaque and help control gum disease. - Diet - a balanced diet can help elevate zinc and B-12 levels. Vegans may need to take B-12 supplements or eat fortified foods. - Cold and Flu medications See a Doctor If: - Your impaired senses have no obvious cause - You lose taste or smell - You constantly smell ammonia - Impairment of taste or smell coincides with a head injury - You also [feel fatigued](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/articles/fatigue-more-than-just-feeling-tired) - If you feel the impaired senses are the result of a new medication * #### If you have problems with your sense of taste and smell, the most convenient way is to [book an appointment with a doctor online](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/find/doctors) with MyHealth1st, where you can find and book an appointment with a doctor near you, 24/7. * ##### Author ### Daniel Wilks Daniel Wilks has worked with words for almost all of his working life, as a journalist, content producer, podcaster, playwright and even comic book author. After completing a Bachelor of Theatre degree majoring in script writing and dramaturgy, Daniel went on to complete a Master of Professional Writing degree at the University of Technology, Sydney. Since that time, Daniel has written for and edited a number of magazines and websites in the tech, gaming, and pop-culture space, across all manner of topics, ranging from film and music reviews to investigative pieces detailing corporate malfeasance. A family history of mental health issues and other health problems experienced by his extended family prompted Daniel to leave tech journalism and embark on a career helping people better understand their health so they can more readily access the help they need. Daniel joined the team at MyHealth1st at the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic, a time that people needed easy access to healthcare and accurate health information more than ever. [Read more from this author](https://www.myhealth1st.com.au/health-hub/author/daniel-wilks)
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