Taste disorder
Taste Disorder
Taste disorder (pronunciation: /teɪst dɪsˈɔːdər/) is a condition that affects the sensory system's ability to perceive different flavors.
Etymology
The term "taste disorder" is derived from the English words "taste," which refers to the sensation produced when a substance in the mouth reacts chemically with taste receptor cells located on taste buds, and "disorder," which refers to a state of confusion or a disruption to regular patterns and functions.
Definition
Taste disorders can be characterized by a complete inability to taste (ageusia), a reduced ability to taste (hypogeusia), or a distorted ability to taste (dysgeusia). These disorders can be caused by various factors, including damage to the nervous system, certain medications, poor oral hygiene, and certain health conditions such as diabetes or vitamin deficiency.
Related Terms
- Ageusia: A condition characterized by the inability to perceive taste.
- Hypogeusia: A condition characterized by a reduced ability to taste things.
- Dysgeusia: A condition characterized by a distorted sense of taste.
- Gustatory system: The sensory system for the sense of taste.
- Taste bud: A small organ on the tongue that allows us to perceive different tastes.
- Taste receptor: A type of receptor which facilitates the sensation of taste.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Taste disorder
- Wikipedia's article - Taste disorder
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