Will My Sense of Taste Return After Chemotherapy?

Thank you for this question. I received a similar question as yours earlier; here is that reply: Taste alteration from chemotherapy is real. It may occur during or after chemotherapy treatment. Taste alteration can come in different forms such as a metallic or chemical taste in your mouth, foods may taste the same, bland and/or different from before. The cause of taste alteration may be from certain chemotherapy agents, such as Cisplatin, Cyclophosphamide, Doxorubicin, Paclitaxel, as well as some immunotherapy drugs and even some pain medications and antibiotics.Taste alteration may also occur due to changes in oral mucosa such as dry mouth or mouth sores, nausea or vomiting, and dehydration. It may take up to 3-4 weeks after treatment is completed for taste alteration to subside, but keep in mind everyone is different. Source of this information is from cancer.net. For ways to manage taste alteration here are the recommendations from cancer.net that you may want to review: https://www.cancer.net/coping-with-cancer/physical-emotional-and-social-effects-cancer/managing-physical-side-effects/taste-changes

Changes in taste and smell are common side effects that many people experience during chemotherapy treatment. While these changes can make eating feel challenging and frustrating, taste and smell often do return gradually after treatment ends, though the timeline varies for each person. Many community members have shared helpful tips for making food more appealing during treatment, so connecting with others here who understand this experience can provide both practical advice and emotional support.