What Causes Metallic Taste In Mouth?

Posted on Sun, 2 Mar 2014

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Question : I have a metallic taste in my mouth. Water tastes very bitter and metallic, so I usually put about a quarter of a flavored water to cut the taste to tolerable. Plain water I Usually substitute with vitamin enhanced water flavored and sweetened with Stevia purchased from kroger. I will drink 4 to5 bottles of this a day. Any suggestions? Thank you! XXXXXXX Vlasz

Answered by Dr. Rahul Tawde (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Causes to metallic taste in your mouth.... Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concerns. The metallic taste in your mouth is indicative that your stomach is suffering (possible gastritis/GERD or other problems). You are saying to be taking many meds for intense pain for your back, while mentioning only hydrocodone and wear a pain patch. Can you please indicate other medications you are taking? Such medications might alter the function of the stomach resulting in hyper-acidity which is felt like bitter and metallic taste by you. Liver/gallbladder problems are also associated with the symptoms you have. I also suggest to discuss with GI specialist in order to get further examined (upper endoscopy, abdominal ultrasound) and get proper treatment in time. I usually prescribe to my patients with your problems omeprazole and anti-acids. In addition, I advise to: - drink more water - keep a good oral hygiene - avoid laying down immediately after eating Hope it was of help! Dr.Sejdini

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