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sucking on pennies
I have a metallic taste in the back of my mouth and I have no idea why. Any body have any ideas and know how to get rid of it??? Its really annoying.
Here is from another website. I would consider getting another doctor, if I can find this with one word search in less than a minute, you would think a doctor would know about it.
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Metallic Taste During Pregnancy (Dysgeusia)
Does it seem like you've been sucking on pennies in your sleep? Here's what you need to know about that metallic taste in your mouth during pregnancy, and how to make it go away.
What dysgeusia is
A common pregnancy symptom in the first trimester, dysgeusia is the medical term for a change in your sense of taste; most often, you'll get a sour or metallic taste during pregnancy that persists even when you're not eating.
What causes dysgeusia
Pregnancy hormones, and in particular estrogen, seem to play a role in controlling and moderating our sense of taste. And when you're pregnant, estrogen levels — and hence your sense of taste — may fluctuate widely. Plus, your sense of taste and your sense of smell are intimately connected, so pregnancy-related changes in your sense of smell may also lead to that metallic taste during pregnancy.
What you need to know about dysgeusia
For something we don't hear much about, dysgeusia is surprisingly common in pregnancy. Like morning sickness, it should get better (or, if you're lucky, disappear altogether) in your second trimester when those hormones begin to settle down a bit.
What to do about dysgeusia
Try banishing that metallic taste with acids. Focus on sour flavors such as citrus juices, lemonade, and — assuming your tummy can handle them — foods marinated in vinegar (pickles anyone? After all, you are pregnant). All these foods not only have the power to break through the metallic taste in your mouth during pregnancy, they also increase saliva production, which will help wash it away. You might also talk to your practitioner about changing your prenatal vitamin; some seem to lead to metal mouth more than others.
Another trick: Try brushing your tongue each time you brush your teeth, or rinse your mouth with a mild salt solution (a teaspoon of salt in eight ounces of water) or a baking soda solution (1/4 teaspoon baking soda in eight ounces of water) a few times a day to neutralize pH levels in your mouth and keep away that flinty flavor.
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Metallic Taste During Pregnancy (Dysgeusia)
Does it seem like you've been sucking on pennies in your sleep? Here's what you need to know about that metallic taste in your mouth during pregnancy, and how to make it go away.
What dysgeusia is
A common pregnancy symptom in the first trimester, dysgeusia is the medical term for a change in your sense of taste; most often, you'll get a sour or metallic taste during pregnancy that persists even when you're not eating.
What causes dysgeusia
Pregnancy hormones, and in particular estrogen, seem to play a role in controlling and moderating our sense of taste. And when you're pregnant, estrogen levels — and hence your sense of taste — may fluctuate widely. Plus, your sense of taste and your sense of smell are intimately connected, so pregnancy-related changes in your sense of smell may also lead to that metallic taste during pregnancy.
What you need to know about dysgeusia
For something we don't hear much about, dysgeusia is surprisingly common in pregnancy. Like morning sickness, it should get better (or, if you're lucky, disappear altogether) in your second trimester when those hormones begin to settle down a bit.
What to do about dysgeusia
Try banishing that metallic taste with acids. Focus on sour flavors such as citrus juices, lemonade, and — assuming your tummy can handle them — foods marinated in vinegar (pickles anyone? After all, you are pregnant). All these foods not only have the power to break through the metallic taste in your mouth during pregnancy, they also increase saliva production, which will help wash it away. You might also talk to your practitioner about changing your prenatal vitamin; some seem to lead to metal mouth more than others.
Another trick: Try brushing your tongue each time you brush your teeth, or rinse your mouth with a mild salt solution (a teaspoon of salt in eight ounces of water) or a baking soda solution (1/4 teaspoon baking soda in eight ounces of water) a few times a day to neutralize pH levels in your mouth and keep away that flinty flavor.
Yes! That's what I thought I read too lol and I was like I have to see if anyone else commented that! We think diiirty! Lol. But to comment on the real topic I get metalic taste in my mouth especially after I take my prenatals and I think it is because of all the iron in them. I think its normal!
Lol!!! I glanced at the topic and thought it said "sucking on penis" that's why I clicked on it to be honest. I guess im dirty minded ;)
It's pretty common in pregnancy. I would also suspect a mineral deficiency, but your doctor would have the straight skinny on what causes it and ways to try to make it go away. It is something he would def know about.
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