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I sleep with my mouth open unconsciously. when i wake up, i have to wash my mouth because my saliva changes colour. can it cause sore throat?

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

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SleepIng : With open mouth does give a sore throat.

Answered 4/11/2014

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A member asked:

I sleep with my mouth open unconsciously. when i wake up, i have to wash my mouth because my saliva changes colour. can it cause sore throat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

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