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What Causes Bitter And Metallic Taste On Tongue After Taking Flu Shot?

I recently got a flu shot (about 3 days ago) and I now have a very bitter, metallic taste on my tongue. Also I have a stiff neck and pain near my shoulder blade on the left side where the shot was given. I have no pain at the shot location itself. I m taking Tylenol for\the pain but I am very concern about this terrible taste
Mon, 24 Nov 2014
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Hello,

Thanks for consulting HCM

Read your query as you have bitter and metallic taste on tongue after flu this can due to drug induced ,depapillation of papillae dont worry I will suggest you to consult dentist for examination of tongue .
Inmeantime clean your tongue with tongue scraper and maintain good oral hygiene and you can take medicine like vizilac or lactovit by consulting with your local doctor.

Hope this will help you.
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What Causes Bitter And Metallic Taste On Tongue After Taking Flu Shot?

Hello, Thanks for consulting HCM Read your query as you have bitter and metallic taste on tongue after flu this can due to drug induced ,depapillation of papillae dont worry I will suggest you to consult dentist for examination of tongue . Inmeantime clean your tongue with tongue scraper and maintain good oral hygiene and you can take medicine like vizilac or lactovit by consulting with your local doctor. Hope this will help you.