Why You May Sometime Have Bitter Taste In The Mouth

A bitter taste in the mouth can occur at a particular time for many reasons. Some of the reasons could be simple like poor oral hygiene, to more serious problems, such as a yeast infection or acid reflux. Here are some of the possible causes of bitter taste.

Poor oral hygiene

This is the most common cause for a bitter taste in the especially if it occurs after waking up. A build-up of saliva and bacteria on the tongue, teeth, and gums can lead to bad breath and changes in taste perception.

Pregnancy

Dysgeusia, a change to taste perception, is a very common symptom for many women during the first trimester of pregnancy. It arises due to hormonal changes and usually resolves within a few days.

Vitamin supplements

Some vitamin supplements that contain high amounts of metallic substances, such as zinc, copper, iron, or chromium, can cause a metallic and bitter taste in the mouth.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Gastroesophageal reflux disease   happens when stomach content backs-up into the esophagus during digestion. The acid can flow back up to the mouth, leaving a bitter taste.

Liver problems

When the liver is not working properly, the body begins to accumulate high amounts of ammonia, which is a toxic substance normally transformed into urea by the liver and eliminated in the urine. Increased levels of ammonia cause a change in taste, similar to fish or onion.

Respiratory infections

Bacterial infections in the upper respiratory tract (e.g. colds, rhinitis, sinusitis or tonsillitis) can cause a bitter taste in the mouth due to by-products produced by the bacteria.

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