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I have a constant taste of salt in my mouth what could be the cause?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Varies: There can be many causes of abnormal smell from certain medications or vitamins someone takes to disease processes such as sjogrens, thrush, cancers, gingivitis, liver disorders. It is best that one seeks out the care of a physician to evaluate for medical conditions that can affect taste.

Answered 5/3/2018

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