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Dry mouth and canker sores guide
Dry mouth and canker sores are two oral problems that can occur together frequently. When saliva production and lubrication in the mouth decrease, the risk of lesions that cause different types of discomfort increases. When saliva production and lubrication in the mouth decrease, the risk of lesions that cause different types of discomfort increases. What are the causes of dry mouth and canker sores? Is there a treatment to combat them? Find out through this complete guide.
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Dry Mouth
The causes of this disorder are diverse, among them:
- The emotional factors.
- Taking certain medications (e.g., antihistamines or diuretics). (for example, antihistamines or diuretics).
- The presence of specific pathologies such as sialoadenitis, inflammation of the salivary glands, generally due to a bacterial infection in the excretory ducts.
- The Sjögren's syndrome.
- The diabetes.
- The hyperthyroidism.
- And even the trauma that can cause lesions in the salivary glands.
- You are nervous.
- In a bad mood.
- Very stressed.
- Stress and anxiety
- Use of certain medications
- Stuffy nose
- Diabetes
- Radiotherapy treatments
- Sjögren's syndrome.
Causes
Dry mouth has several causes causesamong them- Medicines. More than 400 medications can cause dry mouth dry mouth as a side effect. Medications frequently associated with its occurrence are:
- Antidepressants and anxiolytics
- Antihistamines
- Decongestants
- Antihypertensive drugs, including diuretics
- Antidiarrheals
- Muscle relaxants
- Medications for urinary incontinence
- Medications for Parkinson's disease.
- Stuffy nose. The mouth breathing while sleeping can lead to reduced oral lubrication. Snoring may also contribute to the problem.
- The chemotherapy. It can alter the composition and amount of saliva produced, causing dry mouth.
- The radiotherapy. Radiation therapy to the head and neck can damage the salivary glands. damage the salivary glandscausing a significant decrease in saliva production.
- Nerve injuries. An injury or surgery that causes damage to the head and neck nerves. damage to the nerves of the head and neck can also cause may also cause xerostomia.
- Other pathologies. Dry mouth can be caused by certain diseases (or treatments), such as Sjögren's syndromesyndrome , HIV HIV and diabetes.
Risk Factors
The aging is not in itself a direct cause of dry mouth, but older people may have dry mouth. are usually more prone to it because:- More often take medications that can cause dry mouth
- Are at increased risk for health problems, which can lead to dry mouth (such as type 2 diabetes).
- They have a reduced sense of thirst and may be dehydrated.
Symptoms
In addition to the perception of dryness in the mouth, people suffering from this problem may also present problems of:- Burning sensation in the mouth.
- Thick and viscous saliva.
- Alteration of the sense of taste (dysgeusia) and perception of bitter mouth.
- Reddened and smooth tongue, with loss of filiform papillae.
- Difficulty in speaking for a prolonged period of time.
- Difficulty in swallowing.
- Cracked and chapped lips.
- Halitosis.
- Mouth ulcers.
- Dental caries.
- Periodontitis.
- Fungal infections of the oral cavity (by Candida albicans).
Treatment
The treatment from this disorder begins with a correct diagnosis: after identifying the cause of dry mouth, an attempt is made to eliminate(if it is a resolvable condition). If this is not possiblethe objective of the therapy becomes alleviate symptoms. In the case of taking drugs whose side effects include dryness of the mucous membranes, it can be advisable to re-evaluate the therapy and reduce the dosage or substitute the drug, but always under medical supervision. It is very important to ensure continuous oral hygiene to reduce the risk of infectious complications and the development of caries. It is recommended that drink water often to keep the oral cavity as hydrated as possible. It is also possible to taking preparations that act as a substitute for salivaThese products attempt to mimic the normal functions of saliva and have lubricating and moisturizing properties. In more severe cases of xerostomia, drugs may be used, such as pilocarpine or the cevimeline. People suffering from this disorder may find certain measures that can help alleviate their symptoms useful:- Drink water frequently to keep the oral cavity hydrated.
- Chewing gum sugarless gum, which helps stimulate saliva production.
- Try breathe through your nose and not through the mouth.
- Avoid excessive consumption of alcohol and tobacco.
- Avoid the use of over-the-counter medications that may aggravate the problem, such as nasal decongestants or antihistamines. nasal decongestants or antihistamines..
- Humidify the environment.
- Avoid consuming foods excessively salty or spicy foods.
