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Why do i taste iron in my mouth.not all the time.
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Bleeding?: Are you having some slow bleeding? Like from your nose or from a bite in your mouth?
Answered 3/27/2013
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Dehydration: Most common cause for a metallic taste in mouth is dehydration. Second is medications. Recommend: super hydrate with lots of water. If it continues, see your doctor.
Answered 12/10/2013
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