Loss of Taste after allergic reaction

In trying to quit smoking I took zyban. After two weeks I developed an allergic reaction (edema of tongue and lips, rash
hands and legs) I was given steroid and benadry injection at
ER.  Prescription for medrol dose pack and xylocaine for sore
tongue.  I was also told to take benadryl 50 mg tid until
swelling of tongue subsided.  It's now about 1 week later. Swelling is gone, dry, chapped lips are almost back to normal,
however my tongue feels very smooth and coated and I don't have
a sensation of taste at all.  My question is, do you have any
idea what it is from, how long it will last and is there any
thing I can do to help.

[Alan Rockoff, MD]

Susan:

Don't worry.  After the skin or lips swell, they feel dry and smooth for a while, perhaps a week or two.  But since the swelling is in the ipper layers of tissue, there is no chance of scarring or permanent damage.  My advice: don't think about it.  If you think about your lips, they fel weird and you'll keep licking them, making them feel weird longer.

Best.

Dr. R

[Susan]

Thanks for your response.  What about the taste buds, when
will that come back?