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Will my taste come back after radiation for mouth and neck cancer?

GE

Community Member

6 hours ago

Hello, Has anyone gone through 35 radiation treatments for mouth and neck cancer and lost their taste? I've been without taste for 2.5 months now, and I pray my taste will come back. Are there any positive outcomes?

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CA

Community Member

34 minutes ago

Taste changes are a common side effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancers, and many people experience recovery over time, though it can be a gradual process that varies from person to person. This community has many members who have walked similar paths with radiation treatments, so sharing experiences and supporting each other through recovery challenges like this can be really valuable for everyone here.

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