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What are the causes of metallic taste sensation in mouth?

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Many causes: There are many causes of metallic tastes in your mouth. Some cause are medications, oral infections, dry mouth, sinus infections, vitamin deficiencies and many many more. This can't be diagnoses here. It is best to see a dentist about this.

Answered 1/24/2019

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