dry mouth

[tolsn]

hi all i am a type 2 and just latelly i have been suffering with a dry mouth andits driving me insane i am drinking loads too but not helping levels seem ok (low for me tbh) anyone know why this might be?? thanks laura xxx

 

[andrew_333]

Hi Laura

I often get periods lasting a few days at a time when I get a dry mouth or feel downright thirsty. I always expect it to be caused by high glucose but my readings are always normal. I don't know what causes it but it's very unpleasant because I presume it's an indication that something is wrong. It disappears after a few days - only to return again a couple of weeks later. Annoying!!

Andrew

 

[Incarnation]

Hi Laura,

I'm A T1 30+ yrs and i don't know really if your dry mouth is down to your diabetes alone. Thirst is usually because of high sugar levels, as i expect you know, but that thirst feels like it comes from your belly (sounds weird but if you've ever suffered a big high you'll know what i mean!).
The reason i'm replying to you is that if your dry mouth is also sore or feels rough it could possibly be oral thrush, which is something diabetics, especially women, are prone to. It sometimes gives you a white-ish coating on your tongue, but not always. Good news is treatment is quick and easy, but you'll need to get a diagnosis from the doc.
It's only a suggestion though, and if i think of anything else i'll come back n give you a shout/

Anni x