Mouth Problems, Noninjury: Check Your Symptoms
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When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Have you noticed changes in the way things taste?
See significance of taste changes if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
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You may wait to see if the symptoms improve over the next 24 hours (or specified time period) if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
- Yes
Have you had a metallic taste in your mouth for 48 hours or longer?
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You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
- Yes
Are taste changes interfering with your enjoyment of food, and home treatment is not helping?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | September 26, 2008 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Steven K. Patterson, BSc, DDS, MPH - Dentist |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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