This term is used to describe damage to a type of cartilage in the knee. The ends of the three bones in the knee joint are covered with what is know as articular cartilage, a tough, elastic material that helps absorb shock and allows the knee joint to move smoothly.he ends of the three bones in the knee joint are covered with what is know as articular cartilage, a tough, elastic material that helps absorb shock and allows the knee joint to move smoothly.
Dehydration as a cause of a salty taste in the mouth The most probable cause of a salty taste in the mouth is simply dehydration. The more dehydrated a person is, the more concentrated the chemicals are that are in saliva.
Acid reflux: while acid reflux is mostly responsible for producing a sour or bitter taste in the mouth, it can also be the cause of a salty sensation. Diseases of the Salivary Glands: autoimmune diseases, such as Sjogrenâs Syndrome; Periodontal disease: seepage of crevicular fluid into the saliva which has a higher salt concentration than saliva