Diabetic Nephropathy And Dry Mouth

For most patients with Diabetic nephropathy, they are most likely to suffer from the dry mouth. I would like to share the causes and effects of Diabetic nephropathy and dry mouth.

The most common reasons for a dry mouth in a diabetes patient are

1. Side effects of medication

2. Neuropathy (autonomic)

3. Lack of hydration

4. Kidney dialysis

5. Hyperglycemia

6. Mouth breathing

7. Smoking

The effects of dry mouth in Diabetic nephropathy

Most of us don’t realize that the health of our mouths affects our diabetes control, and that our diabetes control affects our oral health.

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One of the most common oral health problems for diabetics is dry mouth or altered salivary flow. The teeth and muscles in the mouth, face and jaw chew the food into smaller pieces to facilitate digestion in the stomach and intestine. The saliva has several functions. It prevents infection by controlling bacteria in the mouth. It moistens and cleanses the mouth by neutralizing acids produced by dental plaque, and it washes away the dead skin cells that accumulate on the gums, tongue and cheeks. It helps with the digestion, making it possible to chew, taste and swallow food. Dry mouth occurs when there is not enough saliva (real or perceived) to keep your mouth moist, which is important for health, comfort and for speaking. Diagnosis of dry mouth is difficult due to the subjective nature of this condition.
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In most cases, dry mouth is due to side effects of medications. There are over 500 prescription and nonprescription medications that have been found to cause dry mouth. Medications that treat high blood pressure or other heart problems are used by many patients to manage complications of diabetes. Other drug groups that cause dry mouth are those used for depression, anxiety and allergies, as well as diuretics, anti-psychotics, muscle relaxants, sedatives and anti-inflammatory medications. Caffeinated beverages also cause dry mouth, and these should be limited.