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Neil Shaw & Freya Hodgeson & Lucy Farrell

Five 'significant' taste changes that could signal medical issues - when to see a doctor

Strong tastes in your mouth could be warning signs of certain health issues that require medical attention - and experts have shared the ones to look out for.

A bad taste in the mouth is not an automatic sign you're unwell and it can often be remedied with improved oral hygiene like more flossing and brushing.

However, according to a pharmacist a "sudden" and "significant" change in taste that lasts longer than usual could mean something's wrong. Abbas Kanani of Chemistclick.co.uk advises patients to visit a GP following a change in taste that persists for more than a few days.

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