Infections, allergies, smoking, dehydration, and the use of certain prescription drugs can all contribute to hypogeusia. Usually, treating the underlying cause of hypogeusia is enough to cure the condition. Sometimes, hypogeusia is permanent and cannot be cured.

What is the treatment for hypogeusia?

Conclusions Intranasal theophylline treatment is safer and more effective in improving hyposmia and hypogeusia than oral theophylline anhydrous treatment.

What is hypogeusia caused by?

Hypogeusia is a reduced ability to taste things (to taste sweet, sour, bitter, or salty substances). The complete lack of taste is referred to as ageusia. Causes of hypogeusia include the chemotherapy drug bleomycin, an antitumor antibiotic, Bell's Palsy, and zinc deficiency among others.