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Why Is The Saliva Thick In The Throat ?
My saliva is thick in my throat. Sometimes when I eat, it seems as if this thick saliva is stopping the food. I can clear my throat of the thick saliva and swallow normally. I do take anti depressants for major depressive disorder and suffer from dry mounth. I drink water constantly throughout the day.
Fri, 11 Apr 2014
hello thanx for consulting at hcm..hydrate yourself and consult with your doctor for alternate drug which reduces thick saliva,,avoid food high in starch such as potatoes, lima beans as they produce a viscous saliva which is ropey..
Treatment: Sugar-free candy, sugar-free gum or gum specially made to stimulate saliva flow...Specially formulated oral rinses.,,Artificial saliva (saliva substitute). More fluid intake (frequent sips of water, sucking ice chips).
Oral moisturizers (sprays or gels).PLZ consult ur doctor for further check up and treatment if prblm persists..hope it helps,,tc
Treatment: Sugar-free candy, sugar-free gum or gum specially made to stimulate saliva flow...Specially formulated oral rinses.,,Artificial saliva (saliva substitute). More fluid intake (frequent sips of water, sucking ice chips).
Oral moisturizers (sprays or gels).PLZ consult ur doctor for further check up and treatment if prblm persists..hope it helps,,tc
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