Sinus Infection (Sinusitis): What It Is, Common Symptoms and Early Signs

28. Unpleasant taste

Unpleasant taste

Patients with chronic sinusitis often have taste changes, including loss of taste or an unpleasant taste. This is partly a consequence of anosmia and hyposmia. Smell is an important part of the sensation of taste, and losing your smell will also affect your taste. Additionally, the unpleasant taste is made worse by the purulent nature of the nasal secretions.