Question 1

what to do about dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Investigate: Many possible causes. Some need medical management. Anxiety and sjogrens syndrome are two causes that come to mind. Symptomatic treatment for your comfort could include artificial saliva or even lemon drop candies. But these should be considered after medical causes are eliminated or better understood. You wouldn't want to mask symptoms of a significant illness that can be treated.

Question 2

which drugs cause dry mouth?

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See details: There are too many to list. It would have been better is you listed the meds you are taking and then someone could tell you if one is a possible cause.

Question 3

what medicines cause dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Several medications: Several medications cause dry mouth including anti-depressants, anti-epileptics, muscle relaxants, anti-psychotics and anti-histaminics (benadryl, claritin).  Additionally, smoking/tobacco and anti-cancer drugs can also cause dry mouth.

Question 4

why doesn't my dry mouth go away?

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Xerostomia: Dry mouth can be attributed to many different things. It is difficult to diagnose your problem with so little information. Please see your local physician for a physical and advice.

Question 5

what is behind constant dry mouth?

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Medications, usually: Many medications have the side effect of reducing salivation. If you are taking any meds, ask your dentist or physician if they can cause this problem. Beside medications, dry mouth can also be caused by recreational drug use, radiation to the head or neck for cancer treatment, coffee/tea, anxiety and others that don't come to my mind at this moment.

Question 6

what food are good for a dry mouth?

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Dry mouth foods: Dry mouth can occur for several reasons. It may be an indication that you have diabetes, and it is a sign that you are not producing enough saliva in your mouth to keep it clean. There are several foods that should be eaten and some to be avoided if you want to help your dry mouth improve.
 
Do not eat anything spicy or salty. Sugarless is best.

Question 7

dry mouth sour mouth.i.cant.pass.my .salive.

Accepted Answer

Dry mouth or : Xerostomia. There are many conditions associated with dry mouth and thick saliva or mucus. The most common is xerostomia. The best way to treat dry mouth depends on what&#x27;s causing it. You can relieve dry mouth temporarily by using otc products containing xylitol . However, for the best long-term dry mouth treatment, you need to see orofacial pain or oral medicine specialist.

Question 8

i need help what medication causes dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

See details: There are too many to list. Tell us what meds you are taking and then someone can advise you if one may be causing your problem.

Question 9

what is the solution to an extreme dry mouth ?

Accepted Answer

Diagnose cause first: The best way to treat your dry mouth depends on what's causing it. There are some things you can do that will give temporary  relief, but the best long-term remedy is to address the cause. 
Chewing sugar-free gum or sucking on sugar-free hard candies will help stimulate saliva production. Hydrate often, and try  over-the-counter saliva substitutes.Such as biotene oral balance.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Dry mouth: Dry mouth = Xerostomia = lack of saliva in oral cavity.

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