
What Causes Soapy Taste And Foamy Saliva?

?? Suspecting a gastric cause ma'am
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I understand that the current presentation has been present for quite some time, and with the absence of a history of consumption of medications I would strongly suspect any of the following:
-Gastric conditions (gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, acid reflux, etc.)
-Liver abnormalities
-Gall bladder abnormalities
-Dehydration: Is of course a very common cause for foamy saliva and a metallic taste or even smell, but if at all you feel your hydration level has been good all this while, we can rule this cause out.
I would recommend a visit to a gastroenterologist, an ultrasound examination and an endoscopic evaluation (if your doctor feels it is necessary). In the meantime, please make sure you drink plenty of water and also avoid any unnecessary medications as this can only worsen the current presentation.
The current aggravation of symptoms could be diet related (a diet that could have worsened the underlying condition), a poor hydration level, stress can also worsen gastric symptoms, etc. Once the cause is found, we an easily find the aggravating factors ma'am.
I hope you find my response helpful, please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications, I would be more than happy to help you.
Best wishes.


I have an appointment with my doctor in November, which is the earliest they could see me.
GB or gastric cause ma'am
Detailed Answer:
Hello once again ma'am.
From the information you just provided, I am sure you can tally possible causes after reading my previous response. A gastric condition or the gall bladder surgery could easily be the cause for your symptoms ma'am.
At this point I think it would be best to consult your gastroenterologist as your symptoms could most probably be related to this field. I would also recommend a thorough blood evaluation and cardiac profile.
I look forward to further assisting you, so please do not hesitate to write back to me for any help, I am always here to help.
Best wishes ma'am.

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