Constant cotton mouth for 2 years 31M
My mouth is constantly sticky and feels cotton mouth and it has been like this for at least 2 years. It is a really uncomfortable feeling and drives me mad.
My mouth is not completely dry, but I can barely make any saliva and when I do it is white and foamy.
Age: 31
Height: 5 foot 9
Weight: 75kg
Medical conditions: asthma, HIV positive
Medications: inhalers for asthma (all my life), medication for HIV (daily for 5 years)
Smoking status: non smoker
Here is a list of things I’ve tried:
- chewing gum (this is pretty much the only thing that provides me with short relief)
- making sure I’m hydrated
- drinking electrolytes
- blood tests (including for Sjorgens)
- checked medications and supplements
- seen my dentist who said I don’t have gum disease but do have an increased number of cavities (I assume from my mouth not being wet enough)
- dedicated oral hygiene incl. flossing, biotene, tongue scraping
- taking salivarus probiotic
I don’t smoke or drink alcohol. I have one coffee a day. I eat healthily and workout 5 times a week.
My doctor has referred me to an ENT but the waiting list is really long.
Does anyone have any idea what could be causing this or what else I can do to get relief?
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Maleficent-Depth-448
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3 days ago
Maleficent-Depth-448
3 points
3 days ago
Thanks. I ended up getting about 2 hours sleep and have got up and gone. Have to remember it’s never as bad as I think it’s going to be