Saturday 27/December/2025 – 02:58 AM
The National Health Service in England has warned that a constant feeling of thirst or dry mouth may indicate an underlying health problem. Below are the symptoms, causes and common daily habits that can make the condition worse, along with simple tips to relieve dryness, according to what was published in the Times Now newspaper.
The NHS has issued a warning to people who frequently feel thirsty or suffer from dry mouth. Although these symptoms are often not serious, they can sometimes become more noticeable. Party drinks such as mulled wine, coffee, sparkling juice and cocktails can worsen dry mouth. Understanding the causes, symptoms and preventive measures can help protect your oral and digestive health.
Common symptoms of dry mouth
Dry mouth does not only mean regular thirst. It may feel sticky, uncomfortable, or even painful. Chapped lips, sores in the corners of the mouth, a burning tongue, an itchy throat, a hoarse voice, a dry nose, or even bad breath. All of these symptoms indicate dehydration.
Causes of dehydration
Breathing through the mouth at night, anxiety, oral thrush or cancer treatments such as radiotherapy or chemotherapy are among the causes of dehydration, as well as alcohol, caffeine, soft drinks, spicy, salty, acidic or sugary foods, smoking or sleeping with braces.
Ways to prevent dry mouth
- Drink water throughout the day.
- Drinking cold, unsweetened beverages, ice cubes, or sugar-free ice pops can make a difference.
- Chewing sugarless gum or sucking sugarless sweets makes your saliva flow, which helps a lot.
