Hello, I am 34 y old male and I have a dry mouth for last 4 months. When I drink water after 30 minute I need to water. What should I do?
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Hi, the common causes of dry mouth are diabetes, some medicines used for common cold and other diseases, salivary gland diseases and many more. First thing is to get your sugar levels checked. Meanwhile you can use limcee lozenses. These lozenses are to be kept in mouth and they help to increase salivation. Also you should visit an oral medicine specialist to find out any other cause of dry mouth and get it treated. Â
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Hi, dry mouth is caused due to decreased secretion of saliva. We need to check you clinically to advise for any cause and solution. You can come for a consultation (free of cost) or check up in our clinic. Â
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Use mouth wash saleva thrice daily, also start having lemon candies, they will trigger the salivary glands to produce more saliva but dont forget to rinse your mouth after every candy, also start having an anti oxidant. If problem persists then have an x ray of the salivary glands.Â
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Hello , I recommend you to use tab. Limci for 3 times a day for next 30 days. Its a chewable tablet.Â
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What causes dry mouth? causes of dry mouth include: side effect of certain medications. Dry mouth is a common side effect of many prescription and nonprescription drugs, including drugs used to treat depression, anxiety, pain, allergies, and colds (antihistamines and decongestants), obesity, acne, epilepsy, hypertension (diuretics), diarrhea, nausea, psychotic disorders, urinary incontinence, asthma (certain bronchodilators), and parkinson's disease. Dry mouth can also be a side effect of muscle relaxants and sedatives. Side effect of certain diseases and infections. Dry mouth can be a side effect of medical conditions, including sj?gren's syndrome, hiv/aids, alzheimer's disease, diabetes, anemia, cystic fibrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, hypertension, parkinson's disease, stroke, and mumps. Side effect of certain medical treatments. Damage to the salivary glands, the glands that make saliva, can reduce the amount of saliva produced. For example, the damage could stem from radiation to the head and neck, and chemotherapy treatments, for cancer. Nerve damage. Dry mouth can be a result of nerve damage to the head and neck area from an injury or surgery. Dehydration. Conditions that lead to dehydration, such as fever, excessive sweating, vomiting, diarrhea, blood loss, and burns can cause dry mouth. Surgical removal of the salivary glands. Lifestyle. Smoking or chewing tobacco can affect how much saliva you make and aggravate dry mouth. Breathing with your mouth open a lot can also contribute to the problem how is dry mouth treated? if you think your dry mouth is caused by certain medication you're taking, talk to your doctor. The doctor may adjust the dose you're taking or switch you to a different drug that doesn't cause dry mouth. The doctor may also prescribe an oral rinse to restore mouth moisture. If that doesn't help, he or she may prescribe a medication that boosts saliva production called salagen. You can also try these other steps, which may help improve saliva flow: suck on sugar-free candy or chew sugar-free gum. Drink plenty of water to help keep your mouth moist. Brush with a fluoridetoothpaste, use a fluoride rinse, and visit your dentist regularly. Breathe through your nose, not your mouth, as much as possible. Use a room vaporizer to add moisture to the bedroom air. Use an over-the-counter artificial saliva substitute.Â
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Did you get your blood sugar checked?Â
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Chewing gum or sucking on lime helps stimulate salivary flow. If this doesnt work, then keep wetting your mouth with water every half hour or use artificial saliva available. Dry mouth can be due to dehydration, change of medication, blockage in salivary duct or rarely some pathology in salivary glands. It is prudent to check the reason for dry mouth and try to correct it.Â
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We need to find out the root cause for the dry mouth by taking your detail history of the habits and medical conditions. Few questions from the doctor can lead to conclusions for him to find out the cause. It can be effectively treated see the dentist around.Â
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