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A member asked:
What can cause swollen gums and a metallic taste in mouth?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Not enough info: There could be so many reasons for this. It could be a dental infection, dental decay, various medical conditions, a side effect of prescription drugs, and dozens of other possible reasons. See your dentist for a more specific answer.
Answered 9/2/2017
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Could be many things: Allergies, autoimmune reactions, infections, etc... There are many things that could cause swollen gums and alter your taste. I would recommend an evaluation by a periodontist or other dentist to determine the cause of your symptoms.
Answered 2/19/2015
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