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Taste is lessened

2022-03-23 14:08:27
Yesterday I did my rtpcr andit came negative but my taste sense is a little less than usual I can smell the odours also can taste ajwain and Tulsi drop also ilachi can be tasted. Why does it happen? Please suggest what can I do
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Take vot B12 one tab for 2 weeks , you will regain the lost taste

Answered2022-03-23 14:11:10

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