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Does the metallic taste and the smell of your chemo pills coming out through your doors and urine. It's very nauseous smelling all the time.

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Bucyrus, OH
July 8, 2024
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My husband had the metallic taste for a number of weeks after his stem cell transplant. The preservative used on the stem cells left an odour but he could not smell it. Only lasted a day. No other issues

July 8, 2024
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Chemotherapy can indeed cause a metallic taste in your mouth, which some people refer to as "metal mouth." This can make eating unpleasant and contribute to nausea. Additionally, chemotherapy drugs can affect your sense of smell, and some medications might cause changes in the odor of your urine. These side effects can be Show Full Answer

Chemotherapy can indeed cause a metallic taste in your mouth, which some people refer to as "metal mouth." This can make eating unpleasant and contribute to nausea. Additionally, chemotherapy drugs can affect your sense of smell, and some medications might cause changes in the odor of your urine. These side effects can be quite distressing and may contribute to ongoing nausea.

If you are experiencing these symptoms, it's important to discuss them with your doctor. They may be able to adjust your treatment or provide medications to help manage the nausea and other side effects.

July 8, 2024

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