How can office workers relieve dry mouth?

    Dry mouth in office workers may be caused by insufficient water intake, dry environment, high mental stress, sialadenitis (salivary gland inflammation), diabetes, and other factors. It can usually be relieved by increasing water intake, improving the environment, or medication. If symptoms are abnormal, prompt medical attention is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:

    1. Insufficient water intake: When busy working, people may neglect to drink water, leading to bodily dehydration and reduced saliva production, causing dry mouth. It is recommended to develop a habit of drinking water at regular intervals, consuming an appropriate amount of warm water each time, and avoiding excessive water intake at once.

    2. Dry environment: Prolonged exposure to air-conditioned environments with low humidity accelerates evaporation of moisture in the mouth, leading to dry mouth. A humidifier should be placed in the office environment to increase air humidity, and direct exposure to cold air blowing from the air conditioner should be minimized.

    3. High mental stress: Long-term tension and anxiety can lead to autonomic nervous system dysfunction, suppressing saliva secretion and causing dry mouth. This is often accompanied by symptoms such as irritability, insomnia, and difficulty concentrating. Relief methods mainly include emotional regulation through meditation, deep breathing, etc.

    4. Sialadenitis: Bacterial or viral infections may cause inflammation of the salivary glands, resulting in reduced saliva production and dry mouth. This is often accompanied by symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, and fever in the salivary gland area. It is recommended to use medications such as cefuroxime axetil tablets, ribavirin granules, and ibuprofen suspension under a doctor's guidance to help reduce inflammation.

    5. Diabetes: Elevated blood glucose levels cause osmotic diuresis, increasing fluid loss from the body and resulting in dry mouth. This is often accompanied by symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, weight loss, and fatigue. Patients may follow medical advice to use medications such as metformin hydrochloride tablets, insulin injection, and glimepiride tablets to control blood sugar levels.

    In daily life, maintaining a regular routine, avoiding excessive fatigue, eating a balanced diet, and undergoing regular health check-ups are recommended. If dry mouth symptoms persist or are accompanied by other unusual symptoms, timely medical evaluation is advised.