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I wake up with my mouth dry and hurts when i swallow?
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Xylimelts: Try using over the counter xylimelts. They are like a breath mint which stick in your mouth and increase saliva production. Google xylimelts.
Answered 5/6/2015
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Xerostomia: You have have sjogren's, some other primary salivary gland problem, be taking a rx that causes this, or be sleeping with your mouth wide open and mouth-breathing. A physician's office visit is in order.
Answered 9/4/2017
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