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What is the cause of a metallic taste in my mouth when i run?

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Gum disease: One scenario in which a person may notice a metallic taste in the mouth while exercising involves unhealthy oral hygiene. Gingivitis and tooth or gum infections include tasting metal as a symptom. Though the bad taste may be present at other times, it is likely that the symptom is magnified when the body is under the added physical stresses of exercise.

Answered 8/3/2012

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Multiple possibility: Running increases your blood presure and could be causing an underlying infection to exude into your mouth. This is often described as a metalic taste. Medications are exuded in the saliva and this is a possible source. A visit with your dentist is advisable.

Answered 2/27/2013

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