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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 Ferguson answered

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.

Answered 7/22/2020

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A member 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.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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