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Bedside Examination Technique for Taste
Mohammad Iskandar Sa'uadi1,2, King Peng Lee1,2, Sanihah Abd Halim1,2
1Department of Neurosciences, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kelantan, Malaysia.
The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences : MJMS
|September 1, 2023
Summary
Taste disorders are often missed but can indicate serious health issues. This study introduces a simple bedside test for taste assessment, aiding early detection and further evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Ophthalmology
- Oral Medicine
Background:
- Taste disorders are uncommon and often overlooked during routine examinations.
- Alterations in taste can signify underlying oral, systemic, or neurological conditions.
- Accurate taste assessment is crucial for diagnosing various pathologies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a simple, feasible bedside technique for taste assessment.
- To facilitate early detection of taste disorders.
- To guide patients towards more detailed diagnostic procedures.
Main Methods:
- A simple taste assessment technique was adopted for bedside use.
- The technique is designed to be easily performed by clinicians.
- This method serves as an initial screening tool.
Main Results:
- The described bedside technique allows for straightforward taste disorder detection.
- This simple method can identify patients requiring further specialized taste examinations.
- Early identification through bedside testing is feasible.
Conclusions:
- A simple bedside taste assessment is a valuable tool for clinicians.
- This technique can help uncover undiagnosed taste dysfunctions.
- It serves as an important first step in the diagnostic pathway for taste alterations.
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