Why dones everything taste so salty?

I am 6 days post-op (wow, its weird to say that) and I am quite upset about this. The first couple f days out, I didn't eat a thing. The day I arrived home from the hospital and still now, EVERYTHING tastes overly salty (with the exception of eggs and apples). Now I did a lot of research before surgery and I had never read this. I have been really upset that water (which I LOVE) even tastes salty. I am aware that our taste buds change, but salty? I spoke with a friend who said that the same thing happened after her surgery (not WLS) and it was from the anesthesia. Anyone else have this happen? She said it lasted about 7 days? Is this true? Oh, please tell it's about over. I have been completely miserable over this....Lap RNY 9/20

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