When dry mouth occurs in patients with reflux esophagitis, it is recommended to make appropriate changes in lifestyle habits and, if necessary, medication to improve the symptoms of dry mouth.
Dry mouth in GERD is mostly caused by the reflux of stomach acid into the mouth during sleep, and changing lifestyle habits is the basis for treating GERD. It is recommended to eat a light diet, control the intake, and eat alkaline foods such as soda crackers and soda water before going to bed to neutralize stomach acid. The head of the bed can be elevated or the pillow can be padded up about 15-20cm when sleeping to reduce the reflux of gastric acid in prone position and at night.
Patients with dry mouth in reflux esophagitis can take appropriate antacid medications, such as omeprazole, cimetidine, ranitidine and so on. In addition, drugs such as aluminum hydroxide and magnesium aluminum carbonate can neutralize stomach acid. Pay attention to the use of medication under the guidance of physicians, while avoiding spicy, greasy and irritating food.
When patients with reflux esophagitis experience dry mouth, it is recommended to clarify the specific cause under the guidance of a doctor and then carry out targeted treatment.