Can anyone give any tips for relief of dry mouth? It is really starting to drive me insane.
How high are your blood sugars? Dry mouth is often a sign of running high.
Maurie
I second that! That’s my first symptom if I run too high too long. If you are normal then it could just be plain old dry mouth. Before my Dx when I had 24/7 cotton mouth I used that biotene mouthwash. It works ok, but doesn’t last forever. I’d check with your doctor or possibly dentist to make sure there isn’t some complication causing it (if you aren’t running high).
High BG will cause this, as Terry mentioned. Mouth feeling like a desert & dry throat is the first sign for me. Noticed your A1c, so this may be the reason.
Have you been to a dentist? Gum disease can cause dry mouth. Taking antihistamines also.
This is common for T1Ds. The best thing that I have found is Biotene, toothpast, mouthwash and gum which all enhance the production of saliva.
The dry mouth and skin are not necessary because of high bgs.
I agree,with W because even when under good control, when going to bed I get a terrible dry mouth.
JB.
I go with all here. Either high BS or what (and yes I suffer from it) the other’s in the conversation right above me have said