Some major examples of osmosis: 1  Absorption of water by plant roots. 2  Reabsorption of water by the proximal and distal convoluted tubules of the nephron. 3  Reabsorption of tissue fluid into the venule ends of the blood capillaries. 4  Absorption of water by the alimentary canal â stomach, small intestine and the colon.
Cancer treatment â Patients being treated for cancer with chemotherapy or radiation may experience a metallic taste. Pregnancy â During the early stages of pregnancy, some women find that their sense of taste changes. One of those changes may be a metallic taste.
If the specialist thinks the metallic taste is the result of an issue affecting the nerves in the mouth or head, they may order an X-ray. If it's a sinus issue, other imaging tests may be ordered. Depending on the final diagnosis, the doctor may prescribe medication to relieve the metallic taste.