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What is the white stuff in the corner of your mouth when you're really thirsty?
Dry lips
What is the treatment of lips dry?
It depends on what is causing the dry lips. The most common cause is dehydration. Therefore you may need to drink more water. See a doctor to determine the cause of your dry lips, then you'll be able to determine the best treatment.
How can you tell if the air is too dry in your home?
When your lips, mouth and skin are all dry, this is a good indication that a humidifier is needed in your home.
What could cause mouth sores and very dry mouth?
Herpes
Why does medicine for depression cause dry mouth?
I have taken different meds for bipolar and they all seem to cause dry mouth. It is a drag but an unfortunate reality.
If you chew gum you can stop the dry mouth is that OK?
the cause of dry mouth could be a couple different things. One if you have alot of fillings then that could cause dry mouth so gum will help but not take it away. Also if you are dehydrated you could have dry mouth. Drink plenty of water and that could help with the dry mouth. Hope this helps.
Why does salt make my lips burn on fire?
It's possible if your lips are dry they have little tiny cracks in them, and the salt will irritate your lips, and cause them to burn.
Is dry mouth a side effect of diuretic?
Yes, diuretics are pulling fluids to the kidneys which could cause dry mouth.
Can Ritalin cause cold sores and dry mucous membranes?
Mouth sores are not a listed side effect of Ritalin. However, taking a stimulant medication such as Ritalin can cause dry mucus membranes in the mouth. In certain people, dry mouth may lead to sores. Biotene is a mouthwash which helps with dry mouth.
Do cholenergic drugs cause dry-mouth?
yes
Why does water make your mouth dry?
- Water doesn't make your mouth dry. The fact that you are dehydrated makes your mouth dry. If you are really thirsty drink Luke warm water as it is easier for your stomach to digest and will hydrate you quicker. - Adding electrolytes to the water helps. Add lemonade or tea powder to water, otherwise you can drink water until you are dizzy, yet your mouth is still dry. - Breathing through the mouth is a frequent cause of a dry mouth. This can be a habit, or caused by congestion and narrowing of the nasal passages.
How is dry mouth treated?
treatment of dry mouth involves the management of the condition causing it. If dry mouth is caused by medication, the medication should be changed. If dry mouth is caused by blockage of the salivary ducts, the cause of the blockage should be investigated
