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Taste dysfunction, primarily reduced taste (hypogeusia), affects 18% of allergic rhinitis patients, significantly impacting their quality of life, especially with diminished saline taste perception.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Sensory Science

Background:

  • Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a common condition affecting the nasal passages.
  • Taste dysfunction is an under-recognized symptom in patients with AR.
  • The impact of taste dysfunction on the quality of life in AR patients requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence and characteristics of taste dysfunction in AR patients.
  • To assess the influence of taste dysfunction on the quality of life for individuals with AR.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 305 consecutive AR patients was enrolled.
  • Quality of life was assessed using the Rhino conjunctivitis Quality of Life Questionnaire (RQLQ).
  • Taste function was evaluated using visual analogue scales (VAS) and taste strip tests for basic tastes.

Main Results:

  • Taste dysfunction was present in 18.03% of AR patients, predominantly as hypogeusia (98.18%).
  • Patients with taste dysfunction reported significantly lower RQLQ scores, indicating a negative impact on quality of life.
  • Saline taste perception was more diminished compared to sweet, sour, and bitter tastes (P<0.05).

Conclusions:

  • Taste dysfunction is a common symptom in allergic rhinitis, characterized mainly by hypogeusia, particularly affecting saline taste.
  • The presence of taste dysfunction significantly impairs the quality of life for patients suffering from allergic rhinitis.