Tasting something when nothing is in your mouth is ‘phantom’ taste—the most common taste disorder. Taste disorder causes include infections, cancer treatments, drugs, and dental problems. Burning mouth syndrome can also cause taste changes and tingling, mimicking a minty taste in the mouth. See your doctor if it persists.
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Why do I have a minty menthol taste in my mouth?
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