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What Causes Metallic Distaste In The Mouth?

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Posted on Fri, 7 Apr 2017
Question: time to time i get this weird aftertaste in my mouth, almost like tasting metal, it comes and it goes, i feel fine, but wondering if i should check with specialist? thanks. D
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Keep good oral hygiene;if persisit,gastroenterologist to consult further...

Detailed Answer:
Hi xxxxx

I understand your concern.

The weird after taste in your mouth (like metal) that comes and goes without any other complain could be related to:
- stomach hyperacidity problems (GERD or gastritis)
- gallbladder sludge or other issues
- bad teeth or bad oral hygiene

I advise to
- keep good oral hygiene
- brush your teeth after each meal
- eat healthy

If still persisting, gastroenterologist should be consulted further to rule out GI issues as mentioned above.

All the best.
Dr.Albana
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (20 hours later)
thanks Dr. Albana,

I'm very good brushing and flossing my teeth and keep my oral hygiene under control), i just saw my dentist and had clean XXXXXXX of my dental state. I will ask my family doctor (who is new) about stomach hyperacidity (as i do take time to time) omeroprazol (when i have heart burn) or any other suggestions that you provided. I appreciate your advise. All the best. D
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Hi back xxxxx

Detailed Answer:
Taking into account that you take omeprazole (PPI inhibitor) from time to time, then, the metallic taste is due to hyperacidity of the stomach. Most probably acid reflux or gastritis.

Should check out by upper endoscopy.

Diet and lifestyle changes are also important in managing this kind of stomach illness.

Wish fast recovery.
If no more query, please close this discussion and rate my answer if satisfied.
Dr.Albana
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Causes Metallic Distaste In The Mouth?

Brief Answer: Keep good oral hygiene;if persisit,gastroenterologist to consult further... Detailed Answer: Hi xxxxx I understand your concern. The weird after taste in your mouth (like metal) that comes and goes without any other complain could be related to: - stomach hyperacidity problems (GERD or gastritis) - gallbladder sludge or other issues - bad teeth or bad oral hygiene I advise to - keep good oral hygiene - brush your teeth after each meal - eat healthy If still persisting, gastroenterologist should be consulted further to rule out GI issues as mentioned above. All the best. Dr.Albana