Can Dry Mouth Mean A Serious Condition?

The truth about dry mouth: why it happens, what it means, and how to stop it ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­

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While You Were Sleeping Issue 82 | December 23, 2024 What Is Xerostomia (and Why Should You Care)? Nearly 20% of people experience xerostomia—better known as dry mouth—yet many have no idea what causes it. Dry mouth can result from dehydration, certain medications, or even something as serious as untreated sleep apnea. What is the first step to prevent a mouth as dry as the Sierra Desert? Narrowing down the cause. If you're tired of mornings that feel like you've been munching on sandpaper, our guide will help you fix that and sleep easier, too. Solutions For Dry Mouth Sleep Quiz What percentage of Americans are chronically dehydrated?   A. 15% B. 30% C. 50% D. 75%   Scroll to the bottom for the answer! Dry Mouth Could Be a Sign of Something Bigger Do you know chronic dry mouth can indicate sleep apnea?   While dry mouth is one of the easier symptoms to manage, untreated sleep apnea can have dangerous consequences. The good news? An at-home sleep study by Sleep Doctor makes diagnosing sleep apnea convenient and stress-free. You don't even need to leave your home to get the answers you need to improve your sleep—and right now, you can get it for 46% off. Was $349, Now $189. No code needed—discount automatically applied! Try an At-Home Sleep Study for only $189! Sleep Tip of the Week Avoid alcohol and caffeine in the evening—they can worsen dehydration and disrupt your sleep. Dehydration Isn't Just Bad for Sleep Hydration affects more than just your sleep—it's the secret to staying sharp and on top of your game. A recent study by Penn State's Department of Biobehavioral Health found that even mild dehydration in middle-aged and older adults can gradually impair attention, making everyday tasks feel harder than they should. Learn More Quiz Answer The correct answer is D. 75%. A staggering three-quarters of Americans are chronically dehydrated, which can lead to dry mouth, sleep disruption, and other health challenges.

Frankie Calkins | Director of Lifecycle Marketing Xerostomia might sound like a fancy spell from Harry Potter, but it's really just a sign that your body might need some extra care!

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