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.
Stroke or Brain Tumour: In some cases the salty taste will not be caused by anything in your mouth at all, but rather faulty signals in your brain. If the salty taste has no other clear cause then you should consult with your doctor and they might suggest an MRI scan to rule out that possibility.