Why do head and neck cancer patients taste metal? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT03558789
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 31 times
Summary
This study looked at why people with head and neck cancer often experience a metallic taste in their mouth. Researchers measured chemicals in saliva and tracked taste changes and quality of life in 100 patients before, during, and after cancer treatment. The goal was to better understand the causes of this taste problem, which can make eating difficult.
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CH Valence
Valence, 26953, France
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