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What Causes Weight Loss, Constipation And Dry Mouth While Sleeping?
Question: My Mother ,73 has dry mouth while sleeping, only has a bowel movement once or twice a week, and losing weight, she is scheduled for an app. Nov 2
The app. is for a colonoscopy, I believe she is on meds,cholestorol , etc, Im not really sure
The app. is for a colonoscopy, I believe she is on meds,cholestorol , etc, Im not really sure
Brief Answer:
Dry mouth, constipation , weight loss needs work up?
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Dry mouth is common complaint and usually benign and needs symptomatic care only. However losing weight should be evaluated. Decreased bowel movements may be age related bowel function decline causing constipation or worst case scenario some mass causing both constipation as well as weight loss. Colonoscopy will tell.
Right now over the counter mouth rinses, artificial saliva and lubricants will help the dry mouth. Avoiding any drug that can cause dry mouth . Frequent sips of water, using sugar free chewing gums , use of room humidifiers and moisturizing lips will help the dry mouth ,
Constipation and bowel movements will need a few laxatives and diet and lifestyle modifications with plenty of fluids at least 2.5 litres a day and fiber intake. Avoiding processed and canned products and preferring natural foods will help.
I hope it helps. Take good care of your mom and yourself and don't forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
Dry mouth, constipation , weight loss needs work up?
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Dry mouth is common complaint and usually benign and needs symptomatic care only. However losing weight should be evaluated. Decreased bowel movements may be age related bowel function decline causing constipation or worst case scenario some mass causing both constipation as well as weight loss. Colonoscopy will tell.
Right now over the counter mouth rinses, artificial saliva and lubricants will help the dry mouth. Avoiding any drug that can cause dry mouth . Frequent sips of water, using sugar free chewing gums , use of room humidifiers and moisturizing lips will help the dry mouth ,
Constipation and bowel movements will need a few laxatives and diet and lifestyle modifications with plenty of fluids at least 2.5 litres a day and fiber intake. Avoiding processed and canned products and preferring natural foods will help.
I hope it helps. Take good care of your mom and yourself and don't forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
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