NIH MeSH · D004408Diseases
Dysgeusia
Also known asDysgeusias · Taste, Distorted · Distorted Taste · Taste, Altered · Altered Taste · Parageusia · Parageusias
Definition
A condition characterized by alterations of the sense of taste which may range from mild to severe, including gross distortions of taste quality.
MeSH classification
- C10.597.751.861.479
- C23.888.592.763.861.479
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Common questions about Dysgeusia
What does Dysgeusia mean in medicine?
A condition characterized by alterations of the sense of taste which may range from mild to severe, including gross distortions of taste quality. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Dysgeusia known by any other names?
Yes. Dysgeusia is also referred to as Dysgeusias, Taste, Distorted, Distorted Taste, Taste, Altered in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Dysgeusia sit in the medical classification?
Dysgeusia falls under the broader medical category "Diseases" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: C10.597.751.861.479, C23.888.592.763.861.479). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D004408) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗