Conditions affecting taste perception including ageusia (absence of taste), hypogeusia (reduced taste), and dysgeusia (distorted taste) that can affect nutrition and quality of life.
Example: Chemotherapy patients experiencing taste changes that affect appetite and nutrition, requiring dietary modifications and sometimes psychological support for adjustment.
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