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.
Call us free* 0808 808 00 00 Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm. Some people with cancer find that their taste changes, although this is usually temporary. They may no longer enjoy certain foods, find that all foods taste the same, taste very sweet or salty, or notice a metallic taste in their mouth. Occasionally, they canât taste anything at all.