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Dryness in mouth
I usually feel like dryness in my mouth even after drinking water. It causes issues while speaking and hence lowers my confidence while talking to someone.
I don't know whom to reach out to for this issue. Sometimes, I really struggle to speak and it becomes kind of embarrassing.
Currently, I try to speak slowly and to stretch each and every word.
Help me!
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Possible causes:
1. Dehydration – even if you’re drinking water, your body might not be retaining enough.
2. Stress/Anxiety – anxiety can reduce saliva flow and tighten throat muscles.
3. Mouth Breathing – especially during sleep or due to nasal blockage.
4. Vitamin Deficiencies – low B12, iron, or zinc can affect oral health.
5. Side effects of medications – like antihistamines, antidepressants, or antacids.
6. Salivary gland issues – though rare, they can cause persistent dry mouth.
7. Systemic conditions – like diabetes or thyroid disorders.
Advise:
1. Blood Sugar levels
2. Thyroid profile
3. Vitamin B12, D3, Iron
Keep yourself hydrated
Use sugar-free chewing gum or lozenges
Avoid caffeine and alcohol
Next Steps
Consult with an ENT specialist
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Greetings
I’m Retired Doctor from Indian Armed Forces
1. What kind of work u do? Outdoors ? Where u belong to? Still travelling can be exhausting.
2. Sugar. Test if more thirst, urination or excess hunger
3. Are you having headache?
Next Steps
Answer me these questions. These are basics, is all comes right, we ll explore other diagnoses. But most likely you ll be fine soon with this only.
Health Tips
Get a sugar test.
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Get sugar tests done and have a follow-up.
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