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My throat feels dry most of the time water doesn't seem to help what could be the cause?

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More information: Is it specific time of the day? Is the environment where you spend most of the day dry? Nasal congestion? Mouth Breathing Excessive sweating? Blood sugar high? Excessive urine?

Answered 4/15/2018

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