Dry Mouth: How Do You Know If You’ve Got It?
Dry Mouth: How Do You Know If You’ve Got It?
- Oct 3, 2016
It’s one of those things that folks say, ”You just know.”
What are the symptoms of xerostomia—the clinical term for full-blown dry mouth? Common ones include:
- A sticky, dry feeling in the mouth
- Frequent thirst
- Sores in the mouth; sores or split skin at the corners of the mouth; cracked lips
- A dry feeling in the throat
- A burning or tingling sensation in the mouth and especially on the tongue
- A dry, red, raw tongue
- Problems speaking or trouble tasting, chewing, and swallowing
- Hoarseness, dry nasal passages, sore throat
- Bad breath
If you’re experiencing any of these conditions, think about seeing a healthcare professional and/or trying a topical remedy like NeutraSal.