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Symptom Checker

Step 4: Read and complete the decision guide to learn more about your symptoms.

Smell and Taste Loss

Okay. We'll focus on causes of loss of taste rather than on the ability to smell.

It's helpful to know about other symptoms that might explain the trouble you're having tasting things.

Did you recently notice an inability to move the muscles on one side of the face? For example, you might notice that only one side of your mouth moves when you smile.

Yes, I did notice that.

No, I don't have that problem.

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