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• Dry mouth (xerostomia) is the symptom of insufficient saliva.

• Dry mouth can be a side effect of certain medications.

• Dry mouth can result from:
· Sjogrens syndrome
· obstructed salivary ducts
· Sarcoidosis
· Diabetes
· Lymphoma

• Dry mouth that persists or worsens should be evaluated by your doctor.

Important Notice

This document is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or develop a treatment plan for a health problem or disease without consulting your physician.

Updated March 1st 2009

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