The causes of dry mouth can vary.
As part of the natural ageing process, the number and quality of
of the saliva-producing cells. Obstructed nasal breathing can also be a
Increase dry mouth. Occasionally, dry mouth is also a
Symptom of another disease. Saliva production may be reduced
for autoimmune diseases, diabetes mellitus, hepatitis C,
Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and HIV. Also hormonal causes (menopause)
or nicotine abuse can lead to a dry mouth. In Sjögren’s syndrome
dry mouth is often accompanied by dry eyes.