Saltiness in mouth is one of the most common and ignored phenomenon in the world. Though it is not that big a problem, it can be annoying; if ignored. The condition involves constant salty taste in mouth. People suffering from the problem overlook it, as they do not know the reasons and causes for its occurrence
What Causes Saltiness in Mouth?
Salty Saliva: Saliva that secretes in your mouth from salivary glands is responsible for the taste you feel in your mouth. Different saliva has different chemical composition and accordingly the taste varies. There are a number of reasons for secretion of salty taste saliva in mouth.
Dehydration
If our body is chronically dehydrated, salty taste saliva is secreted. Dehydration may occur due to inadequate intake of fluids or excessive fluid loss in our body.
Side effect of certain medications, such as anti-thyroid medications and chemotherapy drugs.
Salivary gland diseases, such as Sjogren's syndrome or bacterial infection of the salivary glands (sialadenitis).
The chemical composition of saliva may change in response to hydration. (In other words, are you drinking enough liquids?) If you are chronically dehydrated, you may have saltier saliva. Take a close look at what you drink. Some folks drink only caffeinated beverages and alcoholic beverage.
Treatments Of Saltiness In Mouth
Homeopathy
The delight of food always remains with taste. Taste is also linked to our mind and appetite. Favourites, cravings and aversion to foods are all related to the word ‘taste’. Taste reacts with the need of the body and can improve appetite. Each and everyone has their own favourite taste and prefers it repeatedly with desire. Changes in taste can make changes in life/health status (vice versa).
This invention relates to processes and compositions found useful for potentiating the taste of sodium chloride in humans. It has been found that the taste of sodium chloride can be enhanced in the human mouth by combining therewith, or with foods or beverages containing same.
Salty Taste Is Driving Me Crazy
About four years ago I was diagnosed with Breast cancer. I had a lumpectomy with no node involvement. The night following the surgery was the worst in my life. I was not in pain, but I could not sit still or sleep. Following the surgery, I was unable to eat anything but bread and coffee for about a year. The thought of eating other food was repulsive. After a year my eating habits returned to normal. For the past month I have started to have a salty taste in my mouth.
It may be a form of neuropathy caused by medications or an illness. You should report this to your doctor. Also, try Biotene moisturizers (sold in stores like Longs, Target, Safeway, etc. and online), toothpaste, gum, and sprays. Keeping your mouth moist is important to prevent infection (thrush and/or bacteria), dental caries, or other damage to your mouth/tongue.
