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I have a metallic taste in my mouth and an insanely sore throat. what could be wrong?

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Metallic taste : Ate you taking any antibiotics . You might be experiencing some kind of viral or bacterial infection if the upper respiratory tract . Also it could be a candidiasis . Are you taking any medications now

Answered 10/28/2016

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Dr. John Van der Werff answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Sounds like..: It could be a candida infection. Check with your doctor or a specialist in oral medicine.

Dr Gallia agreed

Answered 5/14/2016

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