Question 1

i have a metallic taste in my mouth along with being light headed and having a ringing in my ears. do you know what this is about?

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Not dental: That doesn't sound like a problem of dental origin.

Question 2

i have metallic taste in my mouth, dry mouth, exhausted, pains in abdomen, light headed. and of flatulent. if i have a cigarette i feel more sick?

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Evaluation needed: Some of the symptoms you describe are vague while others may indicate a more serious issue. See your GP or an Internal Medicine physician for a thorough evaluation including physical exam and bloodwork. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 3

i have a 3-year history of chronic headaches. i am 2 years post posterior fossa decompression, still in pain. yesterday had a metallic taste in my mouth all-day followed last night by way worse pain in head than usual. what could it be?

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See below : Hi there,

Given your medical history it’s important that you have regular check ups with your neurologist and  tell them about this.

Regards

Question 4

i have a metallic bitter taste in my mouth that won't go away my mouth has been dry what could it be i'm worried i feel light headed ear ache?

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Infection?: Many causes including infection, bad breath, dental caries, food you eat are a couple of the causes. Consult with your dentist and/or family doctor.

Question 5

have had tingling in arms, spread to legs, lots of random nerve pain.  lymph nodes feel swollen, uncomfortable feeling to lower head, metallic taste?

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See a doctor or UR: PCP. All the symptoms mentioned aren't normal, and spell trouble without a diagnosis made, and needs to be worked up and assessed by a doctor, who knows your history. Don't delay. Time to get some help!

Question 6

facial pain around sinuses & eyes, tmj pain, minor headache, left side neck pain, foggy head, metallic taste in mouth.

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Sinusitis: Your symptoms can be secondary to chronic sinusitis, i suggest you see an alergist.

Question 7

what are the causes of metallic taste sensation in mouth?

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Many causes: There are many causes of metallic tastes in your mouth.  Some cause are medications, oral infections, dry mouth, sinus infections, vitamin deficiencies and many many more.  This can't be diagnoses here.  It is best to see a dentist about this.

Question 8

what would cause a metallic taste in my mouth?

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Meds?: Some meds, particularly biaxin, (clarithromycin) can cause a metallic taste.  Using an acidic juice like orange or lemon juice will fix it.

Question 9

what causes a constant metallic taste in mouth?

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Medications or resto: Both can cause a metallic taste in the mouth.  Silver fillings tend to leach out a metallic taste when they encounter acid       (juice, bacteria).

Question 10

i have the worst metallic taste in my mouth. what is it?

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almost anything: Medication-water you drink -metal dentures you wear certain foods[sword fish have lots of mercury in it].

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I have a metallic taste in my mouth along with being light headed and having a ringing in my ears. do you know what this is about?

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I have metallic taste in my mouth, dry mouth, exhausted, pains in abdomen, light headed. and of flatulent. if i have a cigarette i feel more sick?

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I have a 3-year history of chronic headaches. i am 2 years post posterior fossa decompression, still in pain. yesterday had a metallic taste in my mouth all-day followed last night by way worse pain in head than usual. what could it be?

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I have a metallic bitter taste in my mouth that won't go away my mouth has been dry what could it be i'm worried i feel light headed ear ache?

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Have had tingling in arms, spread to legs, lots of random nerve pain. lymph nodes feel swollen, uncomfortable feeling to lower head, metallic taste?

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Facial pain around sinuses & eyes, tmj pain, minor headache, left side neck pain, foggy head, metallic taste in mouth.

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What are the causes of metallic taste sensation in mouth?

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What would cause a metallic taste in my mouth?

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What causes a constant metallic taste in mouth?

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I have the worst metallic taste in my mouth. what is it?

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