Natural changes can lead to Dry Mouth to a certain point.

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Hormonal changes. Drops in estrogen, as after menopause, may be tied to dry mouth.

Age. The older you get, the more likely you are to suffer from xerostomia.Health issues

Certain prescription drugs and medical treatments. A range of medications, from cancer treatments to antihistamines, can result in dry mouth.

Asthma. Use of inhalers can dry out the mouth, as can breathing through the mouth, a common result of asthma.

Sjögren’s syndrome. This autoimmune disorder results in dry mouth and eyes.

Type 2 diabetes. Dry mouth is among the symptoms of this systemic disease.

Eating disorders. Starving and purging can lower your body’s production of saliva.

Damage to the salivary gland. Whether caused by physical trauma or frequent vomiting, damage to this gland can cause problems with saliva production.

HIV/AIDS. Dry mouth is a common oral symptom among people who are HIV-positive.

Alzheimer’s disease. Forgetting to drink sufficient water and taking prescription drugs can both contribute to dry mouth among dementia patients.

Dr. Thomas K Paulose
Dr. Thomas K. Paulose is the Director Clinical Administration at Dr. Nechupadam Dental, Kochi, India. He is a specialist in oral prosthetics, Aesthetic / Cosmetic dentistry and a certified Implantologist & Implant Prosthodentist.
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