A metallic taste when coughing might stem from certain medical treatments or an underlying condition, such as gum disease. A respiratory tract infection can sometimes lead to blood in sputum, which ...

Dear Doctor: My husband has had very bad breath for several months, and lately he says he has a metallic taste in his mouth. Can you tell us what might be the cause? Dear Reader: Bad breath is a ...

As if it wasn't enough that COVID-19 can mess with one's sense of taste and smell, Paxlovid – an antiviral used as treatment – can cause a bad aftertaste. Paxlovid diminishes the severity of COVID-19 ...

10:05, Fri, Jan 2, 2026 Updated: 10:06, Fri, Jan 2, 2026 The NHS has warned people with a "metallic" taste not to ignore the sign. While there are "lots of possible causes" some may need more urgent ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Does your mouth taste like you’ve been munching on old coins? There’s a medical name for that: ...

You may suddenly notice a strange metallic or bitter taste in your mouth, even when you have not eaten anything unusual. It may linger throughout the day or be particularly strong in the morning. When ...

Dear Doctor: My husband has had very bad breath for several months, and lately he says he has a metallic taste in his mouth. Can you tell us what might be the cause? Dear Reader: Bad breath is a ...

Does your mouth taste like you’ve been munching on old coins? There’s a medical name for that: dysgeusia, a condition that can make your mouth taste metallic, salty, or rancid. When you think about ...