Patient's question:
I've been taking traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine for a long time, and I feel like my gastroenteritis has almost healed, but my sense of taste hasn't fully recovered at all. Mainly, I can't taste sweetness, and other flavors have become dull. What's going on? What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Due to the taste loss caused by long-term medication, there is no need to be overly concerned, as it can be adjusted. It is recommended to eat slightly more flavorful foods, try some sweet and sour dishes to stimulate the taste buds, drink more water, and if you notice taste loss while taking medication, communicate with your doctor promptly to see if a change in medication is needed. Patients facing the harm of gastroenteritis should actively adopt treatment measures and not avoid seeking medical attention. If gastroenteritis does not improve with treatment, it is important to promptly switch to a new treatment plan.