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Dysgeusia, also known as parageusia, is a distortion of the sense of taste. Dysgeusia is also often associated with ageusia, which is the complete lack of taste, and hypogeusia, which is a decrease in taste sensitivity. [1] An alteration in taste or smell may be a secondary process in various disease states, or it may be the primary symptom.
Acute atrophic candidiasis may feel like the mouth has been scalded with a hot liquid. [5] Another potential symptom is a metallic, acidic, salty or bitter taste in the mouth. [5] [8] The pseudomembranous type rarely causes any symptoms apart from possibly some discomfort or bad taste due to the presence of the membranes.
Desiderosmia is a craving for particular sharp or pungent smells, including the smells of such inedible substances as rubber tires, menthol, gasoline, bleach and domestic cleaning products, without the desire to taste or eat the substances in question. [1] [2] Desiderosmia can be a symptom of iron deficiency. [1]
The loss of smell and taste has long been associated with COVID-19 — it was one of the earliest symptoms associated with the virus that differentiated it from other illnesses.
An unusual taste in the mouth and personality changes are also early signs. [37] [38] In adults, symptoms can occur at levels above 40 μg/dL, but are more likely to occur only above 50–60 μg/dL. [30] Symptoms begin to appear in children generally at around 60 μg/dL. [5]
Cases have risen dramatically over last decade, according to recent research
Early symptoms include intoxication, vomiting and abdominal pain. [1] Later symptoms may include a decreased level of consciousness, headache, and seizures. [1] Long term outcomes may include kidney failure and brain damage. [1] Toxicity and death may occur after drinking even in a small amount [1] as ethylene glycol is more toxic than other diols.
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