I forgot to mention that I read an article on retraining your sense of smell and started doing the exercises a few weeks before my taste and smell returned. It involves smelling a battery of pungent foods and spices such as cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, lemons, coffee, etc. I can't say it is what did the trick for me, but think about trying it. The approach was used to help people regain their taste and smell after COVID. And I will never forget when I finally was able to taste my first item again... ketchup!