Dehydration: Symptoms, Causes, Complications, Home Remedies, Treatments and Prevention

Dry mouth

Dry mouth
Dry mouth

Dehydration can also deplete water content such that it leads to decreased saliva production. It manifests as dryness of mouth, parched lips and dry tongue. The loss of antiseptic action of saliva can also give rise to mouth ulcers etc. Another correlated feature can be decreased appetite for food as the discomfort in the mouth can lead to food avoidance.