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Yes, dry mouth could be a cause of dehydration, but it could also be a more serious condition like diabetes. We got Dr Manish Pense, a consultant at Seawoods Hospital, Mumbai to tell you the causes. So, the next time you feel your mouth going dry for an extended period, do consult your doctor.
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Medication: Certain medicines such as antihistamines taken for cold and cough and medication for hypertension, diarrhoea, Parkinsons and muscle relaxants could also cause a dry mouth.
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Tobacco and alcohol: Tobacco, alcohol can also affect the salivary glands leading to the mouth going dry.
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Sinusitis: Problems with your sinuses can make it difficult for you to breathe through your nose and breathing through the mouth can result in dry mouth.
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Cancer treatments: Cancer treatments such as radiation and chemotherapy can lead to dry mouth.
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Lifestyle diseases: It is important to realise that dry mouth is not an illness but a symptom. It could be one of the symptoms of diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.
