2. Dry Mouth
Another first indication of Sjogren’s disease is dry mouth. You may notice that your mouth is lacking in saliva even though you are not thirsty or dehydrated. No matter how much you drink, your mouth may still be dry. To test for Sjogren’s, a doctor may measure the amount of saliva you are able to produce. Patients may be asked to spit in a dish, and if they are not able to create very much saliva, that may be a sign of Sjorgen’s disease.
Since there is no cure for the condition, it is necessary to treat the symptoms. You may find that chewing gum will help stimulate the production of saliva. In some cases, patients are treated with artificial saliva. It is also important to remember not to open your mouth unless absolutely necessary to avoid air drying out the inside of your mouth.