Sense of taste
Who else have lost their ability to taste? I used to be a really good cook and I made food liked by hundreds at SCA events as well as at home. I found that after diagnosis my family wanted me to stop cooking for them. At first I thought that they were trying for kindness and reducing the work load. It took several years before I figured out that I no longer made good tasting food. Has anyone else had a similar experience?
That must be awfully frustrating,
. You are not alone. Many people with MS complain that their sense of taste changes or becomes dulled. Here is an article from one of our advocates who mentions that very issue: https://multiplesclerosis.net/living-with-ms/changed-way-experience-world. Thinking of you! - Lori (Team Member) so gone for now are the days of homemade cheesecakes with various topping sauces. My stuffed chicken breasts with ham and bacon and various cheeses are no longer worth putting in your mouth. I can just barely make myself coffee and then nobody else wants any. Sending lots of gentle hugs your way,
. - Lori (Team Member)
Hi all, I know what it feels like to loose your sense of taste, mine come and goes. It was one of my first symptoms. Now my tongue feels like it swells, lips and left side of cheek tingles.
Hi
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We appreciate you reaching out. That has to be a bit scary.
MS can certainly affect your tongue muscles and cause weakness.
I thought I'd share a few links that may provide some additional information: https://multiplesclerosis.net/treatment/swallowing-problems-therapy
https://multiplesclerosis.net/stories/flippin
In addition, we always recommend bringing any new or changing symptoms to your healthcare provider's attention.
~Doreen (Team Member)
