Question 1

side of face feels odd, lips tingling, tongue taste like metal. no answers from doctors, passed from one to the other. history of neck pain. ?

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Imaging?: I would suggest imaging (MRI) to exclude the possibility of a nerve lesion affecting cranial nerves or brainstem. See a neurologist.

Question 2

what causes the mouth to taste like metal?

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Dysgeusia: is a change in your sense of taste due to a variety of causes; from medication you may be taking to dental problems. In your case pregnancy-related (estrogen) changes in your sense of smell may also lead to dysgeusia. It is very common condition in pregnancy and will be solved soon. With Geographic tongue people may notice they have a“bitter” or “metallic” taste in their mouths. Good luck.

Question 3

weird taste in my mouth like metal?

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Many causes: Metallic taste can be the signs of reflux, vitamin deficiency or a yeast infection and should be evaluated by an ENT doctor.

Question 4

what could be causing a metal like taste in my mouth?

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Many meds: There are many medications that cause a metallic taste in the mouth.  Clarithromycin, an antibiotic for example, often causes it.  

It is caused by the relatively basic nature of it, on the acid-base scale.  Adding acid will eliminate it.  Take a teaspoon of lemon juice and it will clear it up.

Question 5

what is the cause of a metalic taste in the mouth.

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Reflux: Most commonly this is caused by acid reflux.  You can try an over the counter antacid to see if your symptoms improve.  Medications can also cause a metallic taste in your mouth, so if you have started any new medications lately I would discuss them with the prescribing physician.

Question 6

why have i got a metalic taste in my mouth?

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Medication?: Often medications along with acidic saliva can create a metallic taste.  If you're taking a medication, try rinsing your mouth first with warm water with 1teaspoon baking soda mixed in.  This rinse will neutralize acid mouth and could reduce or eliminate the metallic taste.  If you have silver/mercury fillings, same thing can occur.  Try the rinse.  If not successful, see your physician.

Question 7

why does my mouth taste like metal but there's no blood?

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Number of causes: There are manu causes for a metallic taste.   You may have gums disease, an infection, vitamin deficiency, some medication cause this, some diseases cause this.  Start by seeing a dentist and find out if this is an oral problem.

Question 8

metal taste in mouth on tablets?

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Metal taste: There are a number of causes for metal taste.  Some of them include vitamin or mineral deficiencies, periodontal disease, hormonal, pregnancy,  habits of chewing on objects, and more. It takes an evaluation that may include blood tests to determine your specific cause.

Question 9

why do i have a metal taste in my mouth?

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Multiple causes: A metallic taste in your mouth can be indicative of blood, certain antibiotics, reflux, or a number of other things.  Associated symptoms would make a big difference on the next steps in evaluation and treatment. The bottom line, go see your doctor for evaluation, especially if this is persisting.

Question 10

why do i have a metal taste in my mouth ?

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: I don't know, and without more information it is pretty much impossible to tell. However, you have noticed a change, so what could have caused it. Different food, a change of medication, a different brand of toothpaste, a dry mouth or a cracked filling or restoration. Brush floss and rinse, nightly, give it a few days and if it persists ask your doctor.

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