dry mouth

noun

: a condition in which the inside of a person's mouth becomes very dry
The medication can cause dry mouth.

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Side effects include heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, and dry mouth. Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 29 July 2026 Sugarless gum or candy or medications can help with the dry mouth. Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 Sowa notes that a few common signs of dehydration to watch out for include dark urine, dizziness, and increasing fatigue among others like lightheadedness, headaches or dry mouth. ABC News, 7 July 2026 Other signals worth flagging to a dentist include bleeding or tender gums during brushing or flossing, frequent canker sores, an unusually dry mouth and a rising rate of new cavities despite consistent hygiene. Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dry mouth

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