Bitter and tasteless mouth, the possible clinical causes are gastroesophageal reflux, periodontitis, cholecystitis and so on.
1. Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD): This condition refers to the discomfort and complications caused by the reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus, which is related to the decline of the esophagus’s anti-reflux defense ability. When the stomach contents reflux into the throat and mouth, it will cause coughing, sore throat, bitter mouth and other symptoms.
2. Periodontitis: this condition refers to a chronic inflammation that occurs in the periodontal tissues, mainly related to plaque invasion of the periodontal tissues, clinical manifestations of red, swollen and bleeding gums, periodontal abscesses, as well as bad breath, bitter mouth and so on.
3. Cholecystitis: This condition refers to the acute and chronic inflammatory process of the gallbladder caused by a variety of reasons, mainly associated with biliary obstruction, bile stasis and other secondary infections caused by the situation, the clinical manifestations of abdominal pain, pain after a full meal, belching (belching), acid reflux caused by the bitterness of the mouth and so on.
This condition affects one’s appetite and has an impact on health conditions, so it is recommended to seek medical attention.