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For the past 4 days, my throat has been constantly dry, could it be diabetes?

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Possibly: Dry mouth due to dehydration can be a sign of diabetes but it could be related to many other causes as well. Get checked by your regular doctor if symptoms persist.

Dr Rao agreed

Answered 1/15/2013

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