What causes dry mouth and sore throat during a cold?
Disease description:
Recently caught a cold, with fever, runny nose, and dry mouth. What causes dry mouth and thirst during a cold?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
The causes of dry mouth and dry tongue during a cold include side effects of certain medications and bodily dehydration. A cold increases the body's consumption of water, and prolonged use of medications may lead to dry mouth. During a cold, patients may lose large amounts of fluid due to fever, sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea. If this lost fluid is not promptly replenished, dehydration can easily occur, resulting in dry mouth.
