Question 1

when i wake up in the morning my mouth is full of thick brown smelling saliva and it drips to my pillowcase, this has been happening for years. do you?

Accepted Answer

Not Normal: This should have been addressed a long time ago. Without knowing anything at all about you, not even your age, your best bet is to be examined by a local physician to determine the cause and possible treatment.

Question 2

each morning i wake up with a mouth full of saliva, and it smells and it is thick. what are the possible reasons for this?

Accepted Answer

Thick saliva odor: Thick saliva with a bad odor can mean many things. It could be a dental abscess, periodontal disease, sinus infection and maye even digestive issues. I suggest you see a dentist and an MD to evaluate your condition.

Question 3

my baby has thick white stuff mixed with mucus coming out of her mouth about and hour after every feeding, she is formula fed?

Accepted Answer

Reflux: This sounds like reflux, a process where stomach contents back flow up the swallow tube through a weak entrance. It happens a lot in some as early as birth, peaks around 3-4 mo &amp; subsides after they spend more time sitting/standing. If it seems to bother the kid or interfere with feeding/growth check with the doc.

Question 4

what causes thick white saliva & dry mouth

Accepted Answer

Xerostomia(dry mouth: Several reasons, most common is anxiety, medications, and some rare autoimmune disorders as Sjogren (showgrin) syndrome . You may want to check any medications you are on, even OTC meds, keep drinking water/fluids, see your doctor if no improvement, good luck

Question 5

what causes dry mouth & thick white saliva

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See details: I dry mouth is usually the result of reduced production of saliva. This can be related to medications, mouth breathing or certain autoimmune diseases such as Sjogren's syndrome.

Question 6

how do i avoid getting a thick dry mouth when you wake up?

Accepted Answer

Water ; Exam: Only to a certain extent, waking up with a dry feeling in mouth is normal as we do not get hydrated during sleep. A glass of water before  bedtime may help. However, waking up with a very dry mouth may be from mouth-breathing during sleep. You may be unknowingly suffering from a lack of airway or sleep apnea. As this requires exam by professionals, ask your dentist and doctor about this asap.

Question 7

good day,
my 3 yr old child often gets white sores in her mouth and her tongue sometimes have a thick white layer. what could be the problem?

Accepted Answer

Oral Thrush: 31 y/o says, My 3 yr old child gets white sores in her mouth and tongue sometimes have a thick white layer. What could be the problem? Oral Thrush is the name for a common and usually harmless Yeast infection in Babies &amp; Young children who keep much milk in their mouths. Could be from Breast/Bottle feeding or Pacifier. They usually go away without treatment but can see PCP/ Pediatrician for tips

Question 8

hii am suffering from cold with greenish whitish thick excessive mucus with foul smell in mouth for more than 5 month.excessive thin sputum alltime .

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: That is too long to be a cold. You most likely have an upper respiratory infection that will need to be treated with antibiotics. Colds are usually self limiting and don't last longer than 7 to 10 days.

Question 9

why is it that every morning i wake up of  me getting such thick saliva, or mucus in my mouth?

Accepted Answer

Mouth breathing: and dehydration... quite common problems. Stay well hydrated through out the day. Consult with a doctor for possible sleep disordered breathing.

Question 10

a 50 year old man always feels bitter taste ..
polydipsia due to dryness in his mouth .. also a thick whitish layer on his tongue ..

Accepted Answer

Mouth symptoms: Taste disturbances can be caused by medication or vitamin deficiencies. Polydipsia can be caused by many conditions, including diabetes or salivary gland problems including sjogren's syndrome and others. The thick white layer on your tongue is vague and nonspecific. If your symptoms persist, see your physician for evaluation. Good luck!

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When i wake up in the morning my mouth is full of thick brown smelling saliva and it drips to my pillowcase, this has been happening for years. do you?

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Each morning i wake up with a mouth full of saliva, and it smells and it is thick. what are the possible reasons for this?

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My baby has thick white stuff mixed with mucus coming out of her mouth about and hour after every feeding, she is formula fed?

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What causes thick white saliva & dry mouth

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What causes dry mouth & thick white saliva

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How do i avoid getting a thick dry mouth when you wake up?

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Good day, my 3 yr old child often gets white sores in her mouth and her tongue sometimes have a thick white layer. what could be the problem?

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Hii am suffering from cold with greenish whitish thick excessive mucus with foul smell in mouth for more than 5 month.excessive thin sputum alltime .

A member asked:

Why is it that every morning i wake up of me getting such thick saliva, or mucus in my mouth?

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A 50 year old man always feels bitter taste .. polydipsia due to dryness in his mouth .. also a thick whitish layer on his tongue ..

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