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Improvement of dysgeusia after thymectomy with thymoma. (1/22)
We present a case of 39-year-old woman with thymoma complaining of dysgeusia. This patient had suffered from dysgeusia for the previous 6 months. Thymectomy with the thymoma was performed, and her dysgeusia was improved within 6 months after the operation. The anti-acetylcholine-receptor antibody was reduced from 0.9 nmol/l to 0.4 nmol/l (normal: below 0.6 nmol/l) by the surgical intervention. This case suggested that symptoms of dysgeusia can be associated with myasthenic status. (+info)Prevention and treatment of the consequences of head and neck radiotherapy. (2/22)
The location of the primary tumor or lymph node metastases dictates the inclusion of the oral cavity, salivary glands, and jaws in the radiation treatment portals for patients who have head and neck cancer. The clinical sequelae of the radiation treatment include mucositis, hyposalivation, loss of taste, osteoradionecrosis, radiation caries, and trismus. These sequelae may be dose-limiting and have a tremendous effect on the patient's quality of life. Most treatment protocols to prevent these sequelae are still based on clinical experience, but alternatives based on fundamental basic and clinical research are becoming more and more available. Many of these alternatives either need further study before they can be incorporated into the protocols commonly used to prevent and treat the radiation-related oral sequelae or await implementation of these protocols. In this review, the various possibilities for prevention and/or treatment of radiation-induced changes in healthy oral tissues and their consequences are discussed. (+info)The effect of education in managing side effects in women receiving chemotherapy for treatment of breast cancer. (3/22)
PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES: To determine the effectiveness of informational audiotapes on self-care behaviors, state anxiety, and use of self-care behaviors; to describe the occurrence and intensity of common side effects in patients with breast cancer. DESIGN: Randomized clinical trial. SETTING: Outpatient chemotherapy clinics operated by a university center in a rural area. SAMPLE: 70 women receiving their first treatment of chemotherapy. METHODS: Subjects completed demographic data and the Spielberger State-Trait Anxiety instrument (stai). The experimental group received two audiotapes. At one and three months, subjects completed the modified nail self-care diary and stai via telephone. MAIN RESEARCH VARIABLES: State anxiety, side-effect severity, and use and efficacy of self-care behaviors. FINDINGS: The most frequent side effects were fatigue, nausea and vomiting, and taste change. The experimental group reported symptom improvements that were not found in the control group. The experimental group increased the use of recommended self-care behaviors, whereas the control group continued to use the same self-care behaviors without effectiveness. State anxiety for both groups diminished over time; however, anxiety in the control group was consistently higher. CONCLUSIONS: Audiotapes are effective teaching tools. Self-care behaviors can be taught and can be effective in managing side effects. Anxiety was high in both groups, but the symptom decreased in the women who received audiotapes and telephone calls. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Constraints on nurses decrease the length of teaching time available, but audiotapes provide effective teaching and reinforcement of education. Anxiety in clinical environments interferes with patient learning. Teaching effective self-care behaviors enhances patients' independence, comfort, control, and quality of life. (+info)Unpleasant sweet taste: a symptom of SIADH caused by lung cancer. (4/22)
A 56 year old woman with large cell lung carcinoma complained of an unpleasant sweet taste (dysgeusia). She developed hyponatraemia caused by the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH). Dysgeusia disappeared when serum sodium normalised and recurred when hyponatraemia relapsed. Dysgeusia was the initial and only symptom of SIADH in this case. (+info)Vernakalant hydrochloride for rapid conversion of atrial fibrillation: a phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled trial. (5/22)
(+info)Prevention of docetaxel- or paclitaxel-associated taste alterations in cancer patients with oral glutamine: a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study. (6/22)
(+info)Dysgeusia limited to sweet taste in myasthenia gravis. (7/22)
Total dysgeusia, an inability to interpret all of the basic tastes, often occurs with zinc deficiency. Partial dysgeusia (dissociation dysgeusia) is a rare inability to interpret a limited number of these basic tastes. We present the case of a patient with myasthenia gravis who became unable to discern sweet taste, but other basic tastes were unaffected. Such dysgeusia can be explained by obstruction of selective taste receptors in taste cells. We considered that this symptom was induced by an autoimmune mechanism related to myasthenia gravis. (+info)A primary large cholesterol cyst of the mastoid presenting with dysgeusia. (8/22)
The occurrence of postoperative secondary cholesterol cysts in the mastoid has been previously reported, however the occurrence of a primary large cholesterol cyst in the mastoid with bony destruction of the facial nerve has rarely been reported. The case report of a 17-year-old female patient with a primary large cholesterol cyst with dysgeusia is presented. Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging findings for the lesion distinguish a cholesterol granuloma, cholesteatoma and vascular tumor. The patient underwent a canal wall down mastoidectomy with mastoid obliteration. A dehiscent portion of the mastoid segment of the facial nerve was visible within the cavity; the gross finding of the facial nerve was edematous in appearance. Five years later, there has been no recurrence of disease. (+info)Dysgeusia is a medical term that refers to a distortion in the ability to taste. It can cause food and drinks to have a metallic, rancid, or bitter taste. Dysgeusia is different from ageusia, which is the complete loss of taste, and hypogeusia, which is a reduced ability to taste.
Dysgeusia can be caused by various factors, including damage to the nerves responsible for taste, exposure to certain chemicals or medications, and medical conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Treatment for dysgeusia depends on the underlying cause. If a medication is causing the symptom, changing the medication or adjusting the dosage may help. In other cases, addressing the underlying medical condition may improve taste perception.
Thymoma is a type of tumor that originates from the thymus gland, which is a part of the immune system located in the chest behind the breastbone. Thymomas are typically slow-growing and often do not cause any symptoms until they have grown quite large or spread to other parts of the body.
Thymomas can be classified into different types based on their appearance under a microscope, such as type A, AB, B1, B2, and B3. These classifications are important because they can help predict how aggressive the tumor is likely to be and how it should be treated.
Symptoms of thymoma may include cough, chest pain, difficulty breathing, or swelling in the face or neck. Thymomas can also be associated with autoimmune disorders such as myasthenia gravis, which affects muscle strength and mobility. Treatment for thymoma typically involves surgical removal of the tumor, often followed by radiation therapy or chemotherapy to help prevent recurrence.
Ageusia is a medical term that refers to the complete loss of taste. It can affect a person's ability to detect sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and savory flavors. Ageusia can be caused by various factors such as damage to the nerves responsible for transmitting taste signals to the brain, exposure to certain chemicals or radiation therapy, and some medical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and upper respiratory infections. In some cases, ageusia may be temporary, while in others, it can be permanent. It is important to consult a healthcare professional if experiencing a loss of taste, as it could be a sign of an underlying health issue.
Thioctic acid is also known as alpha-lipoic acid. It is a vitamin-like chemical compound that is made naturally in the body and is found in small amounts in some foods like spinach, broccoli, and potatoes. Thioctic acid is an antioxidant that helps to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. It also plays a role in energy production in the cells and has been studied for its potential benefits in the treatment of diabetes and nerve-related symptoms of diabetes such as pain, burning, itching, and numbness. Thioctic acid is available as a dietary supplement.
Medical Definition: Thioctic acid (also known as alpha-lipoic acid) is a vitamin-like antioxidant that is made naturally in the body and is found in small amounts in some foods. It plays a role in energy production in the cells, and has been studied for its potential benefits in the treatment of diabetes and nerve-related symptoms of diabetes such as pain, burning, itching, and numbness. Thioctic acid is also available as a dietary supplement.
An encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference work containing articles on various topics, usually arranged in alphabetical order. In the context of medicine, a medical encyclopedia is a collection of articles that provide information about a wide range of medical topics, including diseases and conditions, treatments, tests, procedures, and anatomy and physiology. Medical encyclopedias may be published in print or electronic formats and are often used as a starting point for researching medical topics. They can provide reliable and accurate information on medical subjects, making them useful resources for healthcare professionals, students, and patients alike. Some well-known examples of medical encyclopedias include the Merck Manual and the Stedman's Medical Dictionary.
In a medical context, taste is the sensation produced when a substance in the mouth reacts with taste buds, which are specialized sensory cells found primarily on the tongue. The tongue's surface contains papillae, which house the taste buds. These taste buds can identify five basic tastes: salty, sour, bitter, sweet, and umami (savory). Different areas of the tongue are more sensitive to certain tastes, but all taste buds can detect each of the five tastes, although not necessarily equally.
Taste is a crucial part of our sensory experience, helping us identify and differentiate between various types of food and drinks, and playing an essential role in appetite regulation and enjoyment of meals. Abnormalities in taste sensation can be associated with several medical conditions or side effects of certain medications.
Taste disorders, also known as dysgeusia, refer to conditions that affect a person's ability to taste or distinguish between different tastes. These tastes include sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami (savory). Taste disorders can result from damage to the taste buds, nerves that transmit taste signals to the brain, or areas of the brain responsible for processing taste information.
Taste disorders can manifest in several ways, including:
1. Hypogeusia: Reduced ability to taste
2. Ageusia: Complete loss of taste
3. Dysgeusia: Distorted or altered taste perception
4. Phantogeusia: Tasting something that is not present
5. Parageusia: Unpleasant or metallic tastes in the mouth
Taste disorders can be caused by various factors, including damage to the tongue or other areas of the mouth, certain medications, infections, exposure to chemicals or radiation, and neurological conditions such as Bell's palsy or multiple sclerosis. In some cases, taste disorders may be a symptom of an underlying medical condition, such as diabetes or kidney disease.
Treatment for taste disorders depends on the underlying cause. If a medication is causing the disorder, adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication may help. In other cases, treating the underlying medical condition may resolve the taste disorder. If the cause cannot be identified or treated, various therapies and strategies can be used to manage the symptoms of taste disorders.
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Cause dysgeusia2
- There are few case reports claiming calcium channel blockers like Amlodipine also cause dysgeusia by blocking calcium sensitive taste buds. (wikipedia.org)
- Supplements like those for zinc and iron may also cause dysgeusia. (evdental.com)
Mucositis1
- One study discusses the prevalence and etiology of three broad categories of oral complications found during the treatment of cancer patients: mucositis, dysgeusia, and infectious disease. (dentistryiq.com)
Parageusia2
- Dysgeusia, also known as parageusia, is a distortion of the sense of taste. (wikipedia.org)
- Classically, burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is accompanied by gustatory disturbances (dysgeusia, parageusia) and subjective xerostomia. (medscape.com)
Xerostomia1
- Case report: A 31-year-old woman who underwent routine tonsillectomy presented with progressive numbness of the palate, dysgeusia, xerostomia, paraesthesia of the tongue and the feeling of something in her throat within 2 weeks of surgery. (uea.ac.uk)
Symptoms3
- Due to the variety of causes of dysgeusia, there are many possible treatments that are effective in alleviating or terminating the symptoms of dysgeusia. (wikipedia.org)
- Over time, her symptoms have lessened, but dysgeusia and snoring remain. (uea.ac.uk)
- Anecdotal evidence is rapidly accumulating from sites around the world that anosmia and dysgeusia are significant symptoms associated with the COVID-19 pandemic," the American Academy of Otolaryngology said in a statement. (bgr.com)
Headache1
- These included headache, dysgeusia, and fatigue. (urologytimes.com)
Decreased appetite1
- Other common side effects were fever, decreased appetite and dysgeusia-a persistent, foul taste in the mouth. (biospace.com)
Diarrhea1
- Through an updated review, a practical appraisal was considered as a means of providing a medical nexus of therapeutic zinc regimens as an adjunct in the management of COVID-19-related diarrhea and ageusia/dysgeusia. (nih.gov)
Distortions1
- Distortions in the taste buds may give rise to dysgeusia. (wikipedia.org)
Distortion1
- Dysgeusia is a distortion of gustation (e.g., a normally pleasant tastant is perceived as unpleasant) or the spontaneous perception of a taste for which there is no chemosensory stimulus. (nih.gov)
Anosmia2
- Loss of smell and taste - called anosmia and dysgeusia, respectively - are easily noticed by those who experience them. (bgr.com)
- The loss of smell (anosmia/hyposmia) and taste (dysgeusia) does appear to be associated with COVID-19, the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery recently said. (wkyc.com)
Ageusia1
- Dysgeusia is also often associated with ageusia, which is the complete lack of taste, and hypogeusia, which is a decrease in taste sensitivity. (wikipedia.org)
Dysosmia5
- This Request for Applications (RFA), Dysosmia and Dysgeusia: Mechanisms, Assessment, and Treatment, is related to the priority area of nutrition. (nih.gov)
- Dysosmia and dysgeusia occur commonly and may or may not be associated with a loss of chemosensory sensitivity. (nih.gov)
- Dysosmia and dysgeusia may occur spontaneously or only be evoked by chemosensory stimuli in the environment. (nih.gov)
- Dysosmia and dysgeusia can impair food intake and, consequently, nutritional status. (nih.gov)
- Few studies have been reported on the systematic assessment and treatment of dysosmia and dysgeusia, and difficulties in determining their causal mechanisms have hindered etiologic and anatomic diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. (nih.gov)
Mouth4
- Idiopathic dysgeusia has frequently been associated with another disorder of oral sensation, burning mouth syndrome. (nih.gov)
- Dysgeusia refers to a metallic or distorted taste in the mouth and can be attributed to many causes. (evdental.com)
- This often results in secondary burning mouth syndrome, which, in turn leads to dysgeusia. (evdental.com)
- Because dry mouth results in less salivation, bacteria can build up in the mouth and can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, which are common causes of dysgeusia. (evdental.com)
Chemotherapy5
- Common causes of dysgeusia include chemotherapy, asthma treatment with albuterol, and zinc deficiency. (wikipedia.org)
- A major cause of dysgeusia is chemotherapy for cancer. (wikipedia.org)
- It has been reported that 50% of chemotherapy patients have had either dysgeusia or another form of taste impairment. (wikipedia.org)
- Examples of chemotherapy treatments that can lead to dysgeusia are cyclophosphamide, cisplatin, vismodegib, and etoposide. (wikipedia.org)
- The exact mechanism of chemotherapy-induced dysgeusia is unknown. (wikipedia.org)
Common1
- Dysgeusia is fairly common from an assortment of differing chemo drugs. (cancer.org)
Zinc2
- Another primary cause of dysgeusia is zinc deficiency. (wikipedia.org)
- While the exact role of zinc in dysgeusia is unknown, it has been cited that zinc is partly responsible for the repair and production of taste buds. (wikipedia.org)
Patients1
- Accordingly, aims of the present study were to use a genome-wide association study (GWAS) to identify genes associated with the development of dysgeusia in patients taking anti-cancer drugs and to predict the development of dysgeusia using associated single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). (nih.gov)
Loss2
- Based on their findings, dysgeusia results from loss of microvilli and the reduction of Type III intracellular vesicles, all of which could potentially interfere with the gustatory pathway. (wikipedia.org)
- I am responding to your loss-of-taste (dysgeusia) inquiry. (cancer.org)
Drug1
- Dysgeusia is a major side effect of anti-cancer drug treatment. (nih.gov)
Disease1
- Liver disease, hypothyroidism, and rarely certain types of seizures can also lead to dysgeusia. (wikipedia.org)
Drugs3
- Different drugs could also be responsible for altering taste and resulting in dysgeusia. (wikipedia.org)
- There are also a wide variety of drugs that can trigger dysgeusia, including zopiclone, H1-antihistamines, such as azelastine and emedastine. (wikipedia.org)
- Drugs that act by blocking the renin - angiotensin - aldosterone system, for example by antagonizing the angiotensin II receptor (as eprosartan does), have been linked to dysgeusia. (wikipedia.org)