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What Does Presence Of Blood In Saliva Indicate?
Question: WHAT CAUSE BLOOD IN YOUR SALIVA WHEN YOU WAKE IN THE MORNING I WOULD WASH OUT MY MOUTH WITH WATER A FEW TIMES AN THEN IT WOULD STOP THIS HAPPEN EVERY MORNING WHEN I WAKE UP I DON'T SMOKE DO DRUGS OR DRINK ALCOHOL WHAT CAN I TRY OR DO OR WHAT IS CAUSING IT
Brief Answer:
There is no cause for worry. Get your throat checked by a local doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for writing back.
1. Blood tinged saliva is very common, especially after a cold or sore throat. It may also be due to dental (teeth and gum) problems, hence a dental check is recommended.
2. Dryness in the mouth and throat due to mouth breathing or snoring at night may be a cause.
3. Lymphoid hypertrophy, acid reflux in the throat can also be a cause. Get a check-up done.
4. Vitamin C deficiency and other nutritional deficiencies can also lead to this.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.
There is no cause for worry. Get your throat checked by a local doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for writing back.
1. Blood tinged saliva is very common, especially after a cold or sore throat. It may also be due to dental (teeth and gum) problems, hence a dental check is recommended.
2. Dryness in the mouth and throat due to mouth breathing or snoring at night may be a cause.
3. Lymphoid hypertrophy, acid reflux in the throat can also be a cause. Get a check-up done.
4. Vitamin C deficiency and other nutritional deficiencies can also lead to this.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.
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