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Fort Lauderdale, FL

I have two heighten all food I eat

January 5, 2025
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A MyBCTeam Member

I've been tested for covid many times as my cancer hit right at the same time the covid did. I've had all the shots and ALWAYS wore a mask. Everything was always negative so I don't think it was that. Will my taste return after I stop the AI's??

January 7, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

Yes!!!!! I haven't tasted food or smelled anything in about 2 years. I've been having trouble finding anyone that is experiencing this. I have been on Anastrozole and am now on Exemestane. I am not able to taste ANYTHING or smell anything. It's very depressing. If I eat something sweet, I can feel the sweetness on my tongue but it has no flavor. I have asked about this on here, but no one seems to have experienced it. It certainly doesn't make you want to eat anything!! Is this due to the AI Inhibitors??

January 6, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

Yes I have and it just seems like all the favorite food has to be the one with no flavor

January 5, 2025
MyBCTeam

It’s common to experience taste changes while on aromatase inhibitors (AIs) or other breast cancer treatments. Some medications, like tamoxifen, can cause a metallic or unusual taste in the mouth, making food taste different or heightened. These changes often resolve after treatment ends. If it’s affecting your appetite or Show Full Answer

It’s common to experience taste changes while on aromatase inhibitors (AIs) or other breast cancer treatments. Some medications, like tamoxifen, can cause a metallic or unusual taste in the mouth, making food taste different or heightened. These changes often resolve after treatment ends. If it’s affecting your appetite or nutrition, consider discussing it with your doctor.

January 5, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

Thank you, I will do that. I'm so tired of not being able to taste ANYTHING!!

January 8, 2025

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