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What Causes Severe Dry Mouth?
Question: Why do I have a very dry tong. especially at night when I sleep
Brief Answer:
Following causes to dry tongue especially while sleeping
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concern.
There are various reasons for dry tongue especially at night while sleeping including:
- stomach hyperacidity like gastritis/acid reflux
- meds
- Candida infection of the GI tract
- diabetes
- dehydration
Further tests advised to determine the right diagnosis:
- blood electrolytes
- diabetes testing
- urine analysis
- complete blood count
- ENT examination
Until you get the tests done and discuss with your doctor, I advise to:
- increase water intake
- take probiotics
- avoid oily/fried/processed foods
- have your dinner at least 4 hours before going to bed
- keep good hygiene of your mouth
All the best.
Dr.Albana
Following causes to dry tongue especially while sleeping
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concern.
There are various reasons for dry tongue especially at night while sleeping including:
- stomach hyperacidity like gastritis/acid reflux
- meds
- Candida infection of the GI tract
- diabetes
- dehydration
Further tests advised to determine the right diagnosis:
- blood electrolytes
- diabetes testing
- urine analysis
- complete blood count
- ENT examination
Until you get the tests done and discuss with your doctor, I advise to:
- increase water intake
- take probiotics
- avoid oily/fried/processed foods
- have your dinner at least 4 hours before going to bed
- keep good hygiene of your mouth
All the best.
Dr.Albana
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