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How is xerostomia prevented?
Patients with persistent xerostomia need to practice good oral hygiene and visit a dentist on a regular basis; the lack of adequate saliva can cause severe dental decay.
Do diuretics cause fatigue?
Some people feel unusually tired when they first start taking diuretics
Can diuretics cause low sodium levels?
yes.
Which drugs, such as aminoglycosides, cisplatin, and loop diuretics, are known to potentially cause hearing loss?
Aminoglycosides, cisplatin, and loop diuretics are drugs that are known to potentially cause hearing loss.
Xerostomia is abnormally?
Dry mouth
You have frequent urination after stopping diuretics what can be the cause?
frequent urination after stopping hydrochlorithiazide
Lack of adequate saliva due to the abscence of or diminished secretion by the salivaryglands?
This condition is known as dry mouth or xerostomia. It can be caused by various factors such as medication side effects, radiation therapy, or autoimmune diseases. Dry mouth can lead to difficulties in speaking, swallowing, and tasting food, as well as an increased risk of dental decay. Treatments may include addressing the underlying cause, saliva substitutes, or medications to stimulate saliva production.
Xerostomia is most commonly a symptom of WHAT a thyroid dysfunction b salivary gland dysfunction d autoimmune connective tissue disease?
Xerostomia is dry mouth. Salivary gland disorders are the most obvious cause, but Sjogren's syndrome, a connective tissue disease, has dry mouth as one of its chief symptoms.
What condition is known as the lack of adequate saliva?
Xerostomia
Can diuretics cause your eyesight to go bad?
I take a diuretic and haven't heard of this side effect.
How is potassium effected by diuretics?
For patients taking the kinds of diuretics that rob potassium from the body, physicians may recommend adding potassium-rich foods or drinks such as citrus fruits and juices to the diet. Or, they may suggest taking a potassium supplement.
What are some common diuretics?
Common diuretics include thiazide diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide, loop diuretics such as furosemide (Lasix), and potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone. Thiazide diuretics are often used to treat high blood pressure, while loop diuretics are typically prescribed for conditions like heart failure and edema. Potassium-sparing diuretics help prevent potassium loss, which can occur with other diuretics. Each type has distinct mechanisms and uses in medical treatment.
