Fresno, CA
A 30-year-old male asked:
Why is my mouth/tongue so dry and when i try to swallow my throat also is dry. i been drinking water and it still keeps getting so dry.
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Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Possibilities: There are many medications that produce this as a side effect, There are also some health conditions where this can be a chronic problem. You can sort this out during a regular visit with your doc.
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Last updated Jul 22, 2020
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