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My mouth has been dry as cotton for the past two days no matter how much water i drink. i'm not hungry either and when i do eat food tastes funny. no other symptoms.

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Dr. James Rochester answered

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Evaluation: The list of possible causes is very long. We only get 400 characters here to answer your questions. Recommend you see your doctor for an evaluation including lab work. Sorry I can't be more helpful but the possible causes of your complaint are lengthy and require appropriate medical intervention to determine the cause. Best of luck Dr. R

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Answered 3/2/2015

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A member asked:

My mouth has been dry as cotton for the past two days no matter how much water i drink. i'm not hungry either and when i do eat food tastes funny. no other symptoms.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Rochester answered

Dr Amico Jr and another doctor agreed

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