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   Can aging cause loss of taste and smell?

   • In some cases, however, loss of taste and smell may not be a product of aging alone. Nasal and sinus problems — such as nasal polyps, allergies or sinusitis — can lead to a decrease in these senses. Dental issues, including an abscess, tooth decay or poor dental hygiene, may also interfere with your ability to taste and smell.

   Age-related Changes to Taste and Smell a Common Occurrence

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   What causes loss of taste & smell?

   • For example, some neurologic diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, may cause loss of taste and smell in their early stages. If your ability to taste or smell changes abruptly, or if you notice a big decrease in these senses, that should be evaluated by your doctor.

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   Do people lose taste if they age?

   • With advancing age, “almost everyone has a loss of hearing and vision, but most people also have a loss of smell — and thereby some loss of taste,” says Michael S. Benninger, M.D., professor and chair of the department of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.

   Effects of Aging on Smell and Taste - AARP

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   How does aging affect the taste of food?

   • In addition, when we eat, food releases odors that engage olfactory nerves within the nose. Those aromas combine with the tastes on our tongue to contribute to the overall enjoyment of food. With aging, nerves within the nose tend to degenerate, decreasing the ability to smell and taste.

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   Does aging affect your taste buds?

   • With aging, nerves within the nose tend to degenerate, decreasing the ability to smell and taste. To some degree, nerve degeneration also affects the taste buds. For most people, that is less of a problem, though, because the tongue has more nerves than the nose.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › healthy-lifestyle › healthyLoss of taste and smell: Natural with aging? - Mayo Clinic

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   Sep 21, 2023 · Some loss of taste and smell is natural with aging, especially after age 60. But other factors can contribute to loss of taste and smell, including: Nasal and sinus problems, such as allergies, sinusitis or nasal polyps; Viral infections, including the common cold and the flu; Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

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3. www.nia.nih.gov › health › teeth-and-mouthHow Smell and Taste Change as You Age - National Institute on ...

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   When you can’t smell things you enjoy, like your morning coffee or spring flowers, life may seem dull. As you get older, your sense of smell may fade. Your sense of smell is closely related to your sense of taste. When you can’t smell, food may taste bland. You may even lose interest in eating.

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   Mar 16, 2012 · Answer: A decrease in taste and smell commonly occurs with aging. But if you lose these senses suddenly or if you notice a significant change in your ability to smell and taste, see your doctor, as certain medications or an underlying medical problem could be to blame.

5. www.aarp.org › aging-affects-smell-tasteEffects of Aging on Smell and Taste - AARP

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   Nov 10, 2021 · Like most parts of your body, your senses of smell and taste are also vulnerable to damage from chemicals, air pollution, illnesses, and other negative influences — all of which can accelerate the natural age-related decline. Here’s a closer look at what’s going on:

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6. www.verywellhealth.com › loss-of-taste-and-smellLoss of Taste and Smell: Causes and Coping - Verywell Health

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   Aug 7, 2024 · Age: The loss of taste, and in particular smell, can decrease or change as you age. It’s a normal part of the aging process. Generally, about 2% of people have issues with smell, but about 25% of men and 11% of women in their 60s have a smell disorder.

7. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › articles › PMC7743644The Sense of Smell and Aging: What We Have Learned From ...

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   PMCID: PMC7743644. Abstract. Decline of the sense of smell with age causes a marked impact on older adults, markedly reducing quality of life. Olfactory dysfunction impairs nutrition, decreases the ability to experience pleasure, and results in depression, among other burdens.

8. www.oto.theclinics.com › article › S0030-6665(18Age-Related Deficits in Taste and Smell - Otolaryngologic ...

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   Reasons for age-related smell loss include cumulative damage to the olfactory receptor cells, ossification of the foramina of the cribriform plate, and changes in neural responsiveness. •. Several age-related neurodegenerative diseases exhibit smell loss, most notably Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.