A member asked:

I have occasionally been waking up with small amounts of red blood in my mouth. and my mouth is usually dry except for the blood.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Elton Behner answered

Start with a: thorough dental exam and gum evaluation. Also consider a sleep study to determine if any sleep disordered breathing is involved.

Dr Gallia agreed

Answered 3/6/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Gum disease: small amounts of red blood in my mouth may be a sign that you are at risk for or already have gum disease. This is a serious problem, which should be checked by a dentist. Do not delay,

Dr Behner agreed

Answered 3/6/2016

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A member asked:

I have occasionally been waking up with small amounts of red blood in my mouth. and my mouth is usually dry except for the blood.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Elton Behner answered

Dr Gallia agreed

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr Behner agreed

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