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I sleep with my mouth open and the fan on and can't seem to find a cure for my dry throat. what could be the problem?
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Stuffy nose?: Your throat will dry out if you breathe through your mouth through the night. You would generally do so if you can't breathe through your mouth. Some medications can dry your throat. Harsh toothpaste can dry your throat. Try biotene mouthwash and toothpaste. See an ent.
Answered 12/4/2013
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