Dec 19, 2023 · Dry mouth, also called xerostomia (zeer-o-STOE-me-uh), is when the salivary glands in the mouth don't make enough saliva to keep the mouth wet. Dry mouth often is due to aging, the side …

Dec 19, 2023 · Diagnosis To determine the cause of your dry mouth, your healthcare professional reviews your medical history and the medicines you take, including medicines available without a …

May 27, 2023 · To ease dry mouth, chew sugar-free gum or suck on sugar-free hard candy to keep saliva flowing. Limit caffeine and don't use tobacco. Sip water regularly.

Aug 25, 2023 · Dr. Davis says because petroleum jelly is chemically similar to proteins in our skin, it's also a good choice for treating everything from chapped lips to dry cuticles, hands and feet. Dr. …

Aug 25, 2023 · Dry skin, also known as xerosis or xeroderma, has many causes, including cold or dry weather, sun damage, harsh soaps, and overbathing. You can do a lot on your own to improve dry …

Aug 2, 2022 · Overview Sjogren's (SHOW-grins) syndrome is a disorder of your immune system identified by its two most common symptoms — dry eyes and a dry mouth. The condition often …

Nov 8, 2023 · Red, dry, cracked lips and a red, swollen tongue. Swollen, red skin on the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet. Later the skin on fingers and toes peels. The symptoms might not …

Nov 28, 2023 · Lip cancer occurs on the skin of the lips. Lip cancer can occur anywhere along the upper or lower lip, but is most common on the lower lip. Lip cancer is considered a type of mouth (oral) …

Feb 22, 2023 · Overview Burning mouth syndrome is the medical term for ongoing or recurring burning in the mouth without an obvious cause. You may feel this burning on your tongue, gums, lips, inside …

Jun 21, 2023 · Dry sinuses, bloody noses and cracked lips: Humidifiers are often used to soothe these familiar problems caused by dry indoor air. And if your child has a cold, a cool-mist humidifier may …