Thanks for the concern! I went to the doctor, who told me "the most common cause is allergies." I guess allergies can creep up over the years, but I've never had any that I know of, and wouldn't I have other symptoms other than a partial loss of taste?

Anyway, he ordered some bloodwork and gave me a referral to an Ear Nose and Throat guy. I've been insanely busy, though, so I haven't exactly had the time to get anything done. I'll make sure to do it soon, though.

I think I also delayed slightly because I think that some of my taste buds seem to have returned, but I might just be getting used to how things are now. Sigh...