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	Dry mouth - MayoClinic.com
		Lack of saliva is a common problem that may seem little more than a nuisance, but a dry mouth can affect both your enjoyment of food and the health of your teeth.
		Although the treatment depends on the cause, dry mouth is often a side effect of medication.
		Dry mouth may improve with an adjusted dosage or new prescription.
	www.mayoclinic.com /health/dry-mouth/HA00034 (209 words)

	Dr. Koop - Dry Mouth- Health Encyclopedia and Reference
		Dry mouth is a decreased flow of saliva that may be associated with dehydration, radiation therapy of the salivary gland regions, anxiety, the use of drugs (such as atropine and antihistamines), vitamin deficiency, various forms of parotitis, or various syndromes (such as Plummer-Vinson syndrome).
		Most cases of dry mouth are caused by failure of the salivary glands to function properly.
		Dry mouth is a significant health problem because it can affect nutrition and psychological well-being, while also contributing to tooth decay and other mouth infections.
	www.drkoop.com /encyclopedia/93/293/Dry_Mouth.html (910 words)

	The Sjögren's Syndrome Foundation \| About Sjögren's Syndrome \| Dry Eye: A Hallmark Symptom
		Dry mouth, usually called ‘xerostomia’ (zeer-oh-stomia), is a common symptom most often caused by a decrease in the amount or quality of saliva.
		The dentist and/or dental hygienist can be instrumental in detecting one of the earliest signs, possibly before the patient is even aware of his or her dry mouth, by observing the amount of saliva pooled under/around the tongue during dental procedures.
		Symptoms of dry mouth can include difficulty swallowing food (especially dry food) without a drink, a change in the sense of taste, a burning sensation or pain in the mouth, difficulty talking or eating certain foods, or some combination of these.
	www.sjogrens.org /syndrome/dry_mouth.html (1303 words)

	Dry Mouth, Mouth and Dental Disorders, THE MERCK MANUAL OF HEALTH & AGING
		Dry mouth is a lack of moisture in the mouth.
		Persistent dry mouth is usually a symptom of a disorder or a side effect of a drug.
		Dry mouth caused by certain disorders is not relieved by treatment.
	www.merck.com /pubs/mmanual_ha/sec3/ch39/ch39d.html (919 words)

	Dry Mouth Information on Healthline (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Dry mouth, known medically as xerostomia, is the abnormal reduction of saliva due to medication, disease, or medical therapy.
		It is a common cause of dry mouth in the elderly.
		To treat dry mouth, the use of caffeine-containing beverages, alcoholic beverages, and mouthwashes containing alcohol should be minimized.
	www.healthline.com /galecontent/dry-mouth (753 words)

	Dry Mouth - healing with herbs, vitamins and minerals.
		For example a retardation in salivation and a dry mouth is a common side effect of more than 500 drugs, this includes drugs used for the treatment of allergic reactions and allergy, medications for depression, high blood pressure, and Parkinson's disease.
		Some foodstuffs and condiments that must be avoided to afford a better chance of recovery or prevention from dry mouth are all kinds of sugary snacks, caffeinated beverages, the use of tobacco, and the consumption of alcohol, these factors can all increase the dryness felt in the mouth.
		Dry mouth results as a almost natural part of many cancer therapies, particularly those that give radiation to the head and neck or in some forms of chemotherapy, all of these causes dry mouth and other related problems, like tooth decay, the appearance of painful mouth sores, and the cracking and peeling of the lips.
	www.herbs2000.com /disorders/dry_mouth.htm (1018 words)

	Dry Mouth - Treating Xerostomia
		Dry mouth caused by radiation to the salivary glands can be a life long problem.
		Treating dry mouth may be treating the underlying cause such as dehydration or infection.
		Dry mouth caused by damage to the salivary gland may be a life long problem and requires patience for treating.
	www.chemocare.com /managing/dry_mouth.asp (801 words)

	Dry Mouth, Xerostomia, Sjogren's Syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Dry mouth is a symptom rather than a specific disorder.
		Dry mouth also causes dentures to become less comfortable, because there is no thin film of saliva to help them adhere properly to oral tissues.
		Dry mouth is a potential adverse effect of more than 400 medications.
	pbdentistry.com /drymouth.htm (405 words)

	Dry mouth symptoms, warning signs and treatment information on MedicineNet.com
		Dry mouth is a common side effect of many prescription and nonprescription drugs, including drugs used to treat depression, anxiety, pain, allergies and colds (antihistamines and decongestants), obesity, acne, epilepsy, hypertension (diuretics), diarrhea, nausea, psychotic disorders, urinary incontinence, asthma (certain bronchodilators), and Parkinson's disease.
		Dry mouth can be a side effect of medical conditions, including Sjögren's syndrome, HIV/AIDS, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, anemia, cystic fibrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, hypertension, Parkinson's disease, stroke, and mumps.
		Dry mouth can be a result of nerve damage to the head and neck area from an injury or surgery.
	www.medicinenet.com /dry_mouth/article.htm (412 words)

	Delta Dental - Oral Health and Wellness - Dental Care Topics - Dry Mouth and Snoring
		But if you have a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems.
		Dry mouth is not a normal part of aging.
		Dry mouth is the condition of not having enough saliva, or spit, to keep your mouth wet.
	www.deltadental.com /Public/OralHealth/drymouth.jsp (648 words)

	Mouth and Oral CANCER, Mouth Sores, Dry Mouth, Mouth Ulcers TREATED Los Angeles Dentist (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Dry mouth means you don't have enough saliva, or spit, to keep your mouth moist.
		However, if you have dry mouth all, or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems, or even indicate that a more serious medical condition may exist.
		People get dry mouth when the glands in the mouth that make saliva are not working properly.
	www.encinosmiledr.com /dry_mouth.htm (1603 words)

	Dry Mouth :: Doc Harrison :: Difficulties in Tasting, Chewing, Swallowing and Speaking (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		People experience dry mouth when the glands in the mouth that make saliva are not working properly.
		Dry mouth symptoms can include a sticky, parched feeling in the mouth, problems with chewing, swallowing, tasting or speaking.
		Unfortunately what happens is that people with a chronic dry mouth use candies as a short-term answer and then quickly suffer devastating root-surface decay on their teeth.
	docharrison.com /drymouth.html (904 words)

	Dry mouth
		Dry mouth (xerostomia) may make it difficult for you to eat, talk, swallow, wear dentures, or taste food.
		A dry mouth can also be caused by a medication, such as a diuretic, antihistamine, or decongestant.
		If you suspect a medication is the cause of your dry mouth, call the health professional who prescribed the medication to determine whether you should stop taking it or take a different one.
	www.webmd.com /hw/health_guide_atoz/sig258316.asp (171 words)

	J Lauren Hargrove, What causes Dry Mouth?
		Dry mouth is caused by a decrease in the amount of saliva in the mouth when the salivary glands do not work properly.
		Dry mouth may be a sign of a serious health condition or may occur when a person is upset or experiences stress.
		Patients may experience dryness in the eyes and mouth or fatigue and joint pain, and it also mimics the natural signs of aging.
	www.dunwoodydentalspa.com /Articles/DryMouth.htm (390 words)

	Dry Mouth - Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
		Dry mouth is a decreased flow of saliva that may be associated with dehydration, radiation therapy of the salivary gland regions, anxiety, the use of drugs (such as atropine and antihistamines), vitamin deficiency, various forms of parotitis, or various syndromes (such as Plummer-Vinson syndrome).
		Most cases of dry mouth are caused by failure of the salivary glands to function properly.
		Dry mouth is a significant health problem because it can affect nutrition and psychological well-being, while also contributing to tooth decay and other mouth infections.
	www.healthscout.com /ency/422/293/main.html (833 words)

	Tennessee Oncology Treatment - Dry Mouth
		Dry mouth is a side effect of some cancer treatments.
		Dry mouth treatment consists of symptomatic relief through stimulation of salivary flow, oral aids to decrease discomfort or intervention with medications.
		Having a dry mouth increases your susceptibility to cavities and sugar causes tooth decay.
	www.tnoncology.com /lc-dry-mouth.html (966 words)

	Dry Mouth
		But if you have a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems.
		Dry mouth is not a normal part of aging.
		Dry mouth is the condition of not having enough saliva, or spit, to keep your mouth wet.
	www.nidcr.nih.gov /HealthInformation/DiseasesAndConditions/DryMouthXerostomia/DryMouth.htm (644 words)

	DrBunn.com - Dry Mouth (Xerostomia) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Dry mouth is the condition of not having enough saliva to keep your mouth wet.
		Some people feel a dry mouth even if their salivary glands are working correctly.
		People with certain disorders, like Alzheimer's disease or those who have suffered a stroke, may not be able to feel wetness in their mouth and may think their mouth is dry even though it is not.
	www.drbunn.com /dry.htm (729 words)

	Causes of 'dry mouth' and how to relieve it
		In fact, dry mouth is listed as a potential side effect of more than 400 medications.
		Dry mouth is caused by a decrease in the amount of saliva in the mouth when the salivary glands do not work properly.
		Although a common cause of dry mouth these days is medication, the condition may occur when a person experiences stress, or it may even be a sign of a serious health problem, such as AIDS, diabetes or Sjogren's Syndrome (an autoimmune disease).
	www.deltadentalca.org /health/drymouth.html (318 words)

	GMHC: Managing Dry Mouth
		Dry mouth occurs due to a decreased production of saliva in the mouth.
		To help keep your mouth moist, drink plenty of liquids, such as water and fruit juices, during and between meals.
		If the air in your house feels very dry, try using a humidifier or place a pan of water near the heat source to help moisten the air (the humidifier and pan should be cleaned on a regular basis).
	www.gmhc.org /health/nutrition/factsheets/drymou.html (292 words)

	Acupuncture.Com - News - Acupuncture Treats Dry Mouth
		The emergence of acupuncture is allowing some patients to relieve or significantly reduce dry mouth's debilitating effects, according to a report in the May/June 2005 issue of General Dentistry, the Academy of General Dentistry's (AGD) clinical, peer-reviewed journal.
		Dry mouth (also known as xerostomia) is a painful condition caused by a decrease in the amount of saliva in the mouth when salivary glands do not work properly.
		Dry mouth can be caused by medications like antihistamines, decongestants, antidepressants and diuretics and can often be treated by the dentist.
	www.acupuncture.com /news/drymouth.htm (483 words)

	Dry mouth, Dry mouth treatment, how to treat dry mouth, Symptoms of dry mouth, causes of dry mouth
		Dry mouth, dry mouth treatments can be cured by consulting the appropriate doctor.
		Dry mouth can be a sign of certain diseases too or it can also be caused due to certain medications or some medical treatments.Dry mouth is definitely not a normal part of aging.
		Dry mouth could also be due to the impact of some side effects of some medicines.
	dentalproblems.ygoy.com /common-dental-problems/dry-mouth-treatments.php (471 words)

	ADA.org: Oral Health Topics: Dry Mouth
		Reduced saliva flow that results in a dry mouth is a common problem among older adults.
		Some of the common problems associated with dry mouth include a constant sore throat, burning sensation, problems speaking, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness or dry nasal passages.
		Dry mouth is a potential side effect of numerous medications (prescribed and over-the-counter).
	www.ada.org /public/topics/dry_mouth.asp (297 words)

	Dry Mouth, November 2002 Word on Health - National Institutes of Health (NIH)
		But if you're among the thousands of people who suffer from chronic dryness of the mouth, then you know how unpleasant, annoying and even dangerous it can be.
		Long-lasting mouth dryness may also be the result of head and neck radiation treatments, chemotherapy, nerve damage, stress, or diseases such as diabetes, AIDS, Parkinson's disease and Sjögren's (pronounced "show-grens") Syndrome, a disorder in which the person's own immune system targets their moisture-producing glands and causes dryness in the mouth and eyes.
		Contrary to popular belief, dry mouth is not a normal part of aging.
	www.nih.gov /news/WordonHealth/nov2002/drymouth.htm (521 words)

	Dry mouth : Cancerbackup
		If your dry mouth is due to radiotherapy treatment you may also find it helpful to read our information about radiotherapy and diet.
		Keeping your mouth clean As saliva helps to keep your mouth clean it is important to brush your teeth with a soft toothbrush after each meal, and to use mouthwashes regularly.
		Some prescribed medicines can also cause a dry mouth and it can be helpful to ask your doctor or nurse to identify these, as it may be possible to reduce the dosage or change the drug.
	www.cancerbacup.org.uk /Resourcessupport/Controllingsymptoms/Drymouth (818 words)

	Dry mouth definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms
		If it goes untreated, severe dry mouth can also lead to increased levels of tooth decay and infections of the mouth such as thrush.
		Severe dry mouth is not a normal part of aging.
		Dry Mouth - Dry mouth symptoms include a sticky, dry feeling in the mouth, frequent thirst, sores in the mouth, cracked lips, a dry feeling in the throat, and a dry, red tongue.
	www.medterms.com /script/main/art.asp?articlekey=24997 (293 words)

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