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A 58-year-old female asked:
I've been experiencing what i call "salty mouth " for several years now. i have been to a ear nose and throat doctor. dentist allergist and no one can figure it out. i have good hygiene and am healthy. help ! i chew gum and drink a lot of water?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Yvette Kratzberganswered
Pediatrics 25 years experience
Talk to your GP: Salty taste in your mouth can be caused by a variety of things. Try discussing with your GP instead of a specialist who only focuses on specific areas. Some typical causes can be Diabetes, certain meds that cause dry mouth, mineral supplements, chronic borderline dehydration, GERD, nutritional/vitamin deficiencies, hormone fluctuations, and certain cancers.
4 viewsAnswered Feb 12, 2021
Dr. Binod Vermaanswered
Dentistry 40 years experience
The altered taste might be coming from the gum which you chew or the Mouth wash containing Alcohol which you might be using .
You can try to scrap your tongue with Tongue Blade to remove plaque
from Top of Tongue .
At times indigestion and constipation can cause altered taste , if any condition exists ,see your physician
Answered Mar 12, 2021
Last updated Mar 12, 2021
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