Why does my mouth taste like metal?

Question

I woke up this morning with a metallic taste in my mouth, it's lasted all day, and I can't get rid of it.

Answer 1

1) The FIRST thing that comes to mind is the medicine or vitamins that you are taking.. when did the metallic taste start? Did you start taking any particular medicine at that time.. did you start taking Any particular vitamin at that time?

2)A possible solution might be to eat some yogurt or buttermilk containing live cultures. This will help restore a normal bacterial colony to the GI tract and get rid of the symptoms... I have heard of this being done before.

3) Another thing that comes to mind but doubt if it is done nowadays.. long ago(not too long ago) dentists would do fillings with mercury and this would leave a metallic taste in the mouth....

All in All... take a look at the medicinal angle.. Did you recently start taking something new??? I wish there was a way to find out what you did to figure out what was wrong but with these Yahoo answers.. theres does not seem to be any way to follow up

Answer 2

Metallic taste in the mouth (dysgeusia)


A metallic taste in the mouth can be caused by infections of the mouth or teeth, skin conditions that affect the mucous membranes in the mouth such as lichen planus, or other problems, such as Crohn's disease.

A metallic taste also may be caused by a substance present in the mouth. Medications that are chewed, rather than swallowed, may cause a temporary metallic taste at the back of the tongue. Other medications, such as Flagyl, tetracycline, penicillamine, Biaxin, ethambutol, biguanides, or allopurinol, can cause a metallic taste because they get into the mouth through salivary secretions or directly from the blood.

If you suspect a medication is the cause of the metallic taste, call the health professional who prescribed the medication to determine whether you should stop taking it or take a different one. An appointment may not be necessary. If you are taking a nonprescription medication, stop taking it. Call your health professional if you feel you need to continue the medication.

Answer 3

crimson blood cells contain various iron. If the RBCs are leaking into your mouth and being broken to the component of breaking, you would be able to desire to be tasting the iron from contained in the cells. in certainty, this does look a possibility. particular nutrition and medicines could additionally reason a metallic flavor contained in the mouth. that isn't any longer uncommon. Has your dentist checked your gums presently? If no longer, you will desire to have that regarded at.

Answer 4

Some foods or medications can leave that after taste in your mouth. if its a recurring problem talk to your doctor but if its a one time deal dont stress over it its probably nothing.

Answer 5

Do you notice if your gums bleed? If they do, blood will taste metallic, and you should consult your dentist. It could be a sign of gingivitis or something else...

Answer 6

Sometimes certain foods will cause you to have that taste... it also usually means you have bad breath. Sometimes it is after you have been asleep, you can then taste it.

Answer 7

maybe it is a vitamin deficiency or something. i have had that also, and i drink lots of water. Maybe try drinking orange juice-that always makes me feel better.

Answer 8

tooth decay near a filling, see a dentist

Answer 9

Wow that would be nasty. Try eating something really potent.

Answer 10

eww dont u just hate when that happens? that happens to me when i eat syrup on pancakes. maybe u have a cavity!