Smell and taste

Hi I was diagnosed with pa two years ago after a reading of b12 of 60. I had the normal loading doses and have an eight weekly si which gp allows me to do. The problem is that I have no sense of smell or taste. Is this linked to pa and if so what can I do to improve this. Thanks in advance.

[e66--]

Hi Karrianne, I remember reading that deficiencies in B12, folate and iron along with other vitamins can affect your sense of smell and taste. Maybe take a multi-vitamin? Also, maybe ask to have your other vitamin levels checked. I have had that weird sensation of eating food and not tasting it but it has gone now after I've had a lot of injections and take folic acid , iron, and multivits. I am far from medical but hope this helps a little. I wish you well and good luck.

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Thankyou I take iron and a multivitamin daily. Folate readings are within range.

[Gambit62 Administrator]

Whilst B12 deficiency can be associated with loss of smell and taste there are many things that can cause loss of smell and taste - have you spoken to your GP about investigating?

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Yes I was prescribed a nasal steroid spray for a couple of months which made no difference at all. Thankyou I shall return to go.