Question 1

i'vet had dry mouth for few weeks. its only on 1 side at back of mouth nr wisdom teeth. what could be the cause of intermittent localised dry pathes?

Accepted Answer

Hard to tell: See your dentist.  They can check for a blocked saliva duct.  Or possibly you have a localized allergic reaction. Are you taking any new or different medication?
If your problem is not dental in origin, then they will refer you to a physician (possibly an otolaryngologist-ear, nose and throat specialist).

Question 2

what can i get for dry mouth relief?

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There are many: Otc products that can help - salivart synthetic saliva spray, spry dry mouth spray.  Gc dry mouth gel - rx product available from your dentist.  Consult also with your physician - side effect of many meds is dry mouth.

Question 3

how can i relieve my dry mouth problem?

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Find the cause: Dry mouth can be caused by many different things. Smoking or tobacco use, medicines, mouth breathing, snoring, surgery, and certain diseases (diabetes, autoimmune conditions, stroke).  Talk with your doctor to uncover the underlying cause. Also make sure you are staying hydrated by drinking 8-10 glasses of water daily (unless you have a medical condition that requires volume restriction).

Question 4

how come i have a really dry mouth today?

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Dry mouth: There are many things that can cause a dry mouth, from medications, to dehydration, to anxiety and fear, to neurologic and other diseases affedting salivary glads.  I suggest you see your family doctor to investigate further.

Question 5

what can i do to address chronic dry mouth?

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Cause?: Depends on the cause. If its caused by medications you are on, speak with your doctor about alternatives. There are also medications that can help stimulate saliva production. Sometimes chewing sugar-free gum or using saliva replacements or even water can help. It all depends on the cause and the severity.

Question 6

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

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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 7

i need help what medication causes dry mouth?

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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 8

why do i have such a dry mouth when i wake up?

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Could be: Many things from the simple like sleeping with your mouth open to the more complex like side effects of drugs you may be taking or the amount of alcohol ingested the previous night(alcohol metabolism takes water out of your system). If it is only in the morning and you are'normal' during the rest of the day i would not worry.

Question 9

how do i treat dry mouth caused by medication?

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Dry mouth meds: You should talk to your doctor, have him change the meds if your dryness is so bad you can not tolerate it.

Question 10

just want to know why i find dry mouth these days.

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What U waiting for?: The longevity of symptoms sound significant, ; while cause(s) for a persistently dry mouth can't be determined here from the limited information provided, you really need a thorough medical evaluation.  Please get help right away so treatment can be started. At the very least, make sure diabetes, medication side effects, anxiety (to name just a very few possibilities) are considered ; ruled out.

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I'vet had dry mouth for few weeks. its only on 1 side at back of mouth nr wisdom teeth. what could be the cause of intermittent localised dry pathes?

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What can i get for dry mouth relief?

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How can i relieve my dry mouth problem?

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How come i have a really dry mouth today?

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What can i do to address chronic dry mouth?

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

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I need help what medication causes dry mouth?

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Why do i have such a dry mouth when i wake up?

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How do i treat dry mouth caused by medication?

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Just want to know why i find dry mouth these days.

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