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Can A Change In Insulin Result In Dry Mouth And Soreness In The Mouth?

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Question : Can a change in insulin result in dry mouth and soreness in mouth?
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Answered by Dr. PALLETI SUJITH KUMAR (33 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
No, insulin doesn't cause dry mouth but diabetes will cause dry mouth.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Dry mouth and soreness in the mouth is usually due to high sugars in diabetic patients. Insulin and other oral hypoglycemic agents used to treat the problem. Also, drink plenty of water and maintain good oral hygiene.

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Can A Change In Insulin Result In Dry Mouth And Soreness In The Mouth?

Brief Answer: No, insulin doesn't cause dry mouth but diabetes will cause dry mouth. Detailed Answer: Hello, Dry mouth and soreness in the mouth is usually due to high sugars in diabetic patients. Insulin and other oral hypoglycemic agents used to treat the problem. Also, drink plenty of water and maintain good oral hygiene. If you have further queries I'm happy to help you.