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Saliva formation has decreased severely
Hello,
Im Vinod aged 32, since last 2 yrs my saliva formation has decreased by 80% due to which im facing numerous problems like blurred vision, knee pain, decreased stamina, hairfall,occasional ear pain.
I consulated an ENT specialist who suggested for a sonography but the results were normal.
But still there's no solution for the saliva.
I do have wisdom teeths on both sides of my jaw, has the saliva production effected as these wisdom teeths might be pushing the nerves/salivary glands.
Can you pls suggest what could be the problem, so i can take necessary actions to get back the proper quantity of saliva formation in my mouth.
Pls Suggest
Thanks.
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Hi! Pl proceed as follows :
1. check blood sugar. Decreased saliva formation is usually present in diabetics.
2. Start duestom gel, it will give relief from d dry mouth temporarily.
3. Start chewing sugarless chewing gum. It will increase d saliva flow from d glands.
Wisdom teeth rarely obstruct salivary gland. There r chances dat saliva flow might be obstructed by salivary gland stone (sialolith) in d salivary gland. To confirm dat, u will have to get a radiograph(x-ray) done, either cbct or opg.
Next Steps
contact a radiologist n get a radiograph done.
Health Tips
drink lots of water.
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