What are the reasons for dry mouth and cracked tongue

summary

Xerostomia is a very common phenomenon. Xerostomia can only be regarded as a physiological phenomenon, mainly a subjective feeling. Most of the subjective xerostomia is accompanied by some objective dry mouth, or dry lips and throat. Therefore, to a certain extent, it has a great influence on people's life. What are the causes of dry mouth? Now let's learn about it, share my experience and talk about my views!

What are the reasons for dry mouth and cracked tongue

First, dry mouth may be a major symptom of a chronic disease. Clinically, xerostomia may be one of the main symptoms of Sjogren's syndrome. After suffering from this disease, patients will have saliva reduction and it is very difficult to swallow dry food, which will cause xerostomia.

Second: in addition to the reasons mentioned above, some people with diabetes will also appear thirsty phenomenon. And hyperthyroidism may also cause xerostomia, so it is best to actively treat the chronic diseases that lead to xerostomia.

Third: there is a certain relationship between dry mouth and personal diet. If people often eat spicy food and don't pay attention to proper water supplement, it may also cause this phenomenon. Therefore, we should pay attention to a balanced diet and maintain good eating habits.

matters needing attention

In the hot summer, most people are prone to dry mouth due to excessive consumption. In the hot summer, we must pay attention to the appropriate water, usually eat some healthy fruits and vegetables.