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[Gustatory disturbances in multiple sclerosis]
Laryngologie, Rhinologie, Otologie
|August 1, 1976
Summary
This study investigated taste disturbances in multiple sclerosis patients. Most patients experienced mild taste alterations, with some showing diminished bitter sensation or prolonged taste response.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Sensory Neuroscience
Context:
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease affecting the central nervous system.
- Taste dysfunction is a less-studied symptom in advanced MS.
Purpose:
- To electrogustometrically assess taste perception in patients with advanced multiple sclerosis.
- To identify the prevalence and characteristics of taste disturbances in this population.
Summary:
- Ninety patients with advanced MS underwent electrogustometry and taste solution testing.
- Mild taste alterations were noted, including diminished bitter sensation (4 patients), prolonged latency (4 patients), and unilateral dissociated hypogeusia (4 patients).
- One patient reported taste and sensory hyperpathia.
Impact:
- Highlights the potential for subtle taste alterations in advanced MS.
- Suggests electrogustometry as a tool for assessing gustatory function in neurological disorders.
- Contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of MS symptomatology.