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Catching Dysgeusia after a COVID-19 Infection

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By Josh Piers - June 06, 2022 - 5 Mins Read

Leaving a bad taste

Dysgeusia, while unpleasant, is usually temporary and should go away after the meds are done or the infection is resolved. People who have persistent changes in taste should get medical help to figure out what's causing them. Lozenges, mints, and saltwater gargles may help with dysgeusia in the short term. Although short-term dysgeusia is an unpleasant side effect of Paxlovid, it is a reasonable trade-off for reducing the severity of COVID-19 infection.