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Xerostomia (Dry Mouth) in Patients With Covid-19: A Case Series Publisher



Fathi Y1 ; Hoseini EG2 ; Atoof F3 ; Mottaghi R4
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  1. 1. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine, Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Alborz, Iran
  2. 2. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine, School of Dentistry, Kashan University of Medical Science, Isfahan, Iran
  3. 3. Biostatistics, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
  4. 4. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Student Research Center, School of Dentistry, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran

Source: Future Virology Published:2021


Abstract

Introduction: Dry mouth has been reported as a symptom of COVID-19. In this study, xerostomia (dry mouth) was reported in patients with COVID-19. Materials and methods: Dry mouth was assessed in hospitalized patients with COVID-19 daily until all of the dry mouth symptoms resolved. Results: Dry mouth appeared in 60% of cases 3-4 days before as prodromal symptom and in others, simultaneously or 1-2 days after the onset of other symptoms. In most cases, with starting the treatment, dry mouth gradually disappeared. Conclusion: Xerostomia in COVID-19 could occur before the common symptoms. Therefore, it could be hypothesized that it could be used for early diagnosis, quarantine and treatment. As a result, disease transmission might be prevented and the best treatment outcomes could be achieved. © 2021 Future Medicine Ltd.. All rights reserved.
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