What causes dry and bitter mouth upon waking in the morning?
Disease description:
What causes dry and bitter mouth upon waking in the morning?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Dryness and bitterness in the mouth upon waking in the morning may be caused by various factors:
1. Damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder: Accumulation of damp-heat pathogens in the body can impair the liver and gallbladder's function of drainage and excretion, causing bile to overflow upward, leading to a bitter taste in the mouth. This may be accompanied by symptoms such as distension and pain in the hypochondriac region, poor appetite, etc.
2. Excessive stomach fire: Intense heat in the stomach consumes body fluids, resulting in dry mouth. Upward inflammation of stomach fire can also cause bitterness in the mouth, often accompanied by bad breath, swollen and painful gums, burning pain in the upper abdomen, and other symptoms.
3. Oral diseases: Conditions such as gingivitis and periodontitis, due to bacterial overgrowth, may also lead to dryness and bitterness in the mouth upon waking.
4. Sleep apnea syndrome: Mouth breathing during sleep causes loss of oral moisture, resulting in dryness and bitterness in the mouth.
5. Unhealthy lifestyle habits: Long-term sleep deprivation, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and diets overly rich, greasy, or spicy may also trigger this condition.
If you experience any discomfort, seek medical attention promptly.
