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I am a 26 year old married woman, my periods are always on time but in this cycle i am late by a week. my body is not showing any other symptoms, but i have noticed dryness in my mouth since 10 days. can i be pregnant? is dry mouth a symptom of pregnancy?

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In pregnancy your body stores more water to help supply an increasing blood volume, and you may also experience frequent urination. These two things can lead to dry mouth, thirst and other dehydration ...  Read More

I am a 56 year old male suffering from diabetes since 7 years. i take my medicines regularly and always try to keep tab of my blood sugars. off late i have started noticing that my mouth turns dry often. Is dry mouth a symptom of diabetes? do i need to change my medicines?

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Yes . dry mouth is not only a symptom of high blood sugar, but it can also be the cause of it. Having a dry mouth, especially as a diabetic, can lead to rampant tooth decay, which means blood sugar in ...  Read More

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What could be the reasons behind the symptoms of dryness dryness of mouth. What tests I should do to check the issues that may be involved.

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get FBS, PLBS DONE it can be due to dehydration also take lots of fluids n see if symptoms persist see a doctor thanks ...  Read More

I have dry lips and dry mouth for past few months . Prior to this i was diagoned with some nose allergy . Symptoms include - dry lips , saliva coming out of mouth all time , teeth receeding . Is there a permanent solution to my problems in homeopathy?

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Hi dear a homeopathic constitutional treatment will give you best results naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance Medicines will reach you via courier serv ...  Read More

I only have dry mouth and itchy throat since yesterday. What to do? Is it corona? I do not have any other symptoms.

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Don't worry. Please stay indoors Sip hot teas, take lozenges for the cough. You can try honitus syrup too. Watch out for symptoms like fever, breathing difficulties, diarrhoea, loss of smell and tast ...  Read More

I have been having this problem of dry mouth for last one mouth and slowly the problem of ulcers has increased

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The most common cause of dry mouth is generalized dehydration of the body. Your first time should be in the direction of correcting the state of hydration. Drink more water so that this problem can be ...  Read More

I have a always dry mouth but I have lpr. Issues no heart burn please give me advice how to reduce dry mouth

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I am having dryness around mouth .I have been using lot of natural moisturizer but its not working..

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U r suffering from seborrheic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and tr ...  Read More

I am male 27 years old. About 4 weeks ago I had dryness in mouth for few hours. After that 5 days it was completely normal. After those 5 days I am having constant dryness in my mouth. I drink 2-3 litres everyday since this symptom. All my blood reports like diabetes and thyroid are normal. I took appointment with 2 general physician and 1 ENT. All

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Anxiety can cause dryness of mouth. Is there anything bothering u? Take a private consultation to discuss further ...  Read More

I have been having dryness for my lips and mouth where I can't feel good in public.I have been having dryness for my lips .

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It can be treated. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

I feel mouth drying up every 2 minutes. And feel thirsty. If I don't drink or eat something it becomes difficult to manage. It's since 8 months. Pls suggest what could be the issue I don't have sugar, bp, blood test normal ,urine normal. I am worried about this

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Maintain adequate hydration. If its not solved by hydration then you need evaluation by general physician. ...  Read More

I have had a dry mouth and chronic bad breath for years. I have no other health issues. I can see saliva squirting when tongue cleaning but it seems resting saliva is low. Have constant white tongue. And after eating, food is not washed away properly by saliva. Vegetarian. BMI normal. Vit d was low taken 60k for 6 weeks. Have thick clear nasal mucu

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Offlate, I have been experiencing extremely dry mouth n itchy palms. Is it due to my age? Perimenopause or something serious underlying issue? I'm very worried. Kindly help

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I have had intense itching around my mouth for the last 5 days, mainly below the lower lip and at the corners of the mouth. It is worst right after waking up and sometimes wakes me from sleep. The affected skin becomes very dry, tight, and flaky, and moisturizer provides only temporary relief. Initially, there were 1–2 pus-filled/acne-like bumps,

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Avoid cosmetic products for now,use only moisturizer,looks like irritant contact dermatitis Avoid lip smacking of any. ...  Read More

I have been undergoing dry mouth and lips from past 1 week and testicles are saggy but no pain. I usually had this feeling when I get fever. But now I don't have fever but body is weak

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You are dehydrated.May be due to intense heat climate. Take adequate fluids and get rest .Take vitamin tablets. ...  Read More

I have a very dry mouth, I always have the need to keep sipping something. I wake up with a white tongue and bad breath. I want to get rid of this dryness and bad breath scenario.

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Saliva is necessary for both maintaining oral hygiene and balancing the microbial biome in your mouth less saliva or thick saliva will contribute to all of the above symptoms you have currently white ...  Read More

Hello doctor past few months i am facing dry mouth problem please recommend some good toothpaste and some tips to avoid any further issues

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Hello Dry mouth can sometimes be associated with stomach related problems or salivary gland problems. Kindly get a physical examination done once. Meanwhile keep drinking water in frequent intervals. ...  Read More

Hello I had vitamin b12 170 and since last year starting my tongue was red in the front Had so much of dry mouth It was fine I had taken vitamin b12 injections for 5 days And sublingual for 1 month of 1500mcg Now since last week I have had a burning sensation on my tongue and red on the front And on the border little skin is out and it is red

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Based on your history, your symptoms are most likely due to a combination of vitamin B12 deficiency–related tongue changes, dryness of mouth, and anxiety-related over-focus, rather than any serious di ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I always get dry scaly patches on my neck and extremely dry skin I use sesame oil but after a few hours it gets dry. Attaching image for reference. Also my face is getting dull dry and dark mouth area. Please suggest

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Will improve with medication Consult online for further management ...  Read More

I am having persistent dry mouth since last 6 weeks. All my reports are normal like sugar, thyroid. I drink 2-3 litres of water everyday. I don't take any medications. I don't mouth breathe. I visited several ENTs and physicians and they didn't see any issues with the glands. Some physicians say it might be due to stress. I am unable to find root c

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Sip water constantly will help to hydrate and cure dryness in the mouth. Use alcoholic free mouth wash . Avoid excess salty ,spicy food items and caffeine. ...  Read More

Hi, I'm suffering from dry mouth particularly night times and I cant sleep at all. My sugar levels ar within limits i.e Im non diabetic and along with dry mouth my foot and hand plam are also dry. Im applying coxonut oil to my foot before sleep, but within no time they were becoming dry. During day time i usually drinks 3-4 litres of water, eventho

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As such no treatment, yet consult dermatologist or homeopathy ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, I'm suffering from dry mouth particularly night times and I cant sleep at all. My sugar levels are within limits i.e Im non diabetic and along with dry mouth my foot and hand plam are also dry. Im applying coconut oil to my foot before sleep, but within no time they were becoming dry. During day time i usually drinks 3-4 litres of water,

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There are many reasons for dry mouth like mouth breathing, dehydration,medicines,etc Please visit the dentist to know the proper reason ...  Read More

I am male 27 years old and I have been having dryness in mouth since last 2-3 weeks. I am not taking any medication. My diabetes and thyroid are normal. I took appointment with two general physician and they said it's due to stress. Does homeopathic medicine have a cure for this.

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Hi. I am male 27 years old. I am getting dry mouth since 1.5 weeks. My sugar and thyroid tests are normal. I visited a general physician, he says it's because of anxiety. But even when I am not anxious I get dry mouth. I drink 2-3 litres of water everyday. Tried lots of home remedies as well. But dryness is still there.

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Hello Kindly consult with gastroenterologist once Sometimes due to stomach related problems dry mouth can associated ...  Read More

I have Red spots in throat, inner cheek, rood of the mouth and inner lower lip and upper lip. It was there before one month and I conducted and ent and took antibiotics so it was gone and now it's came again before 2 days. I have sinusitis issue and always excess mucus formation in throat that crates cough often.. I am attaching picture. Pls advice

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More history and details would be needed. But if it was okay after antibiotics, most likely that infection has reoccurred or it may need more examinations for a particular diagnosis. ...  Read More

During office hours excess looking at computer, both eyes got strained and irritated and feeling like something inside my eyes , having nextane eye drop and feels some what better, should I use nextane or should I go with systane ultra ??? Which have quick relief from eye strain and dry eyes and does systane ultra have side effects or allergic reac

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Can go with systane Follow 20 20 20 rule while working on computer look at 20 feet distance after every 20 minutes for 20 seconds and blink more adjust your posture use bluecut spectacles while w ...  Read More

The area around my lips get extremely dry and patchy,i try to keep myself as hydrated as possible but no cream seems to work. I had this problem 6-7 years ago but it has started again. The doctor prescribed maviderm along with mometasone. Should i start applying it again?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My Mouth is getting dry since a week. Burning sensation on the tongue while having spicy & hot things. I have consulted a doctor & prescribed Azithromycin & multivitamin (A to Z). Somewhat it's better but still getting dry & symptoms are there. Pls suggest.

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Stop chewing tobacco, khaini, kattha ,chuna if you are addicted ...  Read More

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.

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Drink 7 glass of water. Keep lozeyges in mouth now and then contact if you need ...  Read More

In floor of mouth I have some pimple like thing.its not painfull or not have any symptoms. Pls help what is this?

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As per your attached picture ,Nothing to worry as of now ,but yes do keep a check on it that whether the size is increasing or not as the days are passing ok ...  Read More

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