Here’s more on what a metallic taste when coughing could mean for you.
Infection
Bacteria or viruses can cause bloody phlegm and a bloody or metallic taste in the mouth.
Gum disease can lead to a metallic or bloody taste.
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Gum disease occurs during pregnancy because of hormonal changes.
Medication
Some medications could cause a metallic taste.
In such cases, you’ll need to talk to a healthcare professional about your symptoms before changing medications.
In severe cases, blood loss from coughing can require surgery.
These include the following.
This can include cough medicine or taking antibiotics for conditions like pneumonia.
Maintaining healthy gums can prevent a metallic taste that results from inflammation brought on by bacteria.
Hydration
Drinking water can thin out mucus and help bring it out of the body.
Most commonly, this symptom can result from coughing.
This coughing can result from conditions ranging from the common cold to bronchitis.
Other causes of tasting or coughing up blood include pregnancy, medications, or exercise.
Treating a cough or healing gum disease are two ways to treat the symptoms of coughing up blood.
Staying hydrated and quitting smoking can also help minimize the symptoms.
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