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Why is my saliva watery i mean its very light + i have gerd could it be the reason ?

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Maybe: Gerd increases production of watery, alkaline saliva to help wash away and neutralize acidicmaterial in the eesophagus. Saliva is usually pretty watery in general.

Answered 9/28/2016

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