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Xerostomia

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Xerostomia 

dryness in the mouth. It is observed in affection of the salivary glands as a result of bilateral neuritis of the facial nerve, pathological processes in the hypothalamic region of the brain, diabetes mellitus, pernicious anemia, pulmonary tuberculosis, diffuse thyrotoxic goiter, and some other diseases. It is found in elderly people and in cases of emaciation resulting from starvation. It is often combined with xerophthalmia and glossalgia. It is manifested by burning in the tongue, gums, lips, and cheeks and difficulty in swallowing food; saliva secretion is decreased or completely absent. Xerostomia is often accompanied by caries. Treatment calls for the removal of the basic disease.
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DRY MOUTH Also known as xerostomia, it can also be brought on by hormonal changes or some medications.
Don't be down in the mouth by Daily Record (Glasgow, Scotland)
3) Xerostomia is another side effect of radiation therapy that can persist for years following treatment.
The effects of radiation therapy for cancer treatment on oral health by Adams, Jada; Blanchard, Cayla; Dudek, Kayla; Keller, Brandi / Access
ABSTRACT Xerostomia or dry mouth syndrome is a common but often overlooked condition, which can contribute to tooth decay, oral mucosal lesions, halitosis, and greatly affect an individual's quality of life.
Over the counter xerostomia remedies currently available in Canada by Gorovenko, Mariana R.; Clark, D. Christopher; Aleksejuniene, Jolanta / Canadian Journal of Dental Hygiene
 
 
 
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