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Could xerostomia (reduced saliva production) be caused by a long-term extreme anxiety and stress (more than 3 months)? or is it an illness for sure?

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Dr. Matthew Smith answered

Yes: Could be from anxiety or stress.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 1/18/2021

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A member asked:

Could xerostomia (reduced saliva production) be caused by a long-term extreme anxiety and stress (more than 3 months)? or is it an illness for sure?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matthew Smith answered

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