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Text Description for Self-Reported Problems with Sense of Taste

 Rate per 1,000 Adults
Adults (18+ years)7.2
Chronic (3+ months)6.2
Problem less long-lasting0.9
Inappropriate taste0.9
Problem tasting salt1.2
Problem tasting sugar0.9
Other taste problem1.8
18-39 years2.8
40-59 years6.9
60+ years16.3

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