Kathleen C. asked
I have had a painless white coated tongue for over a year now. I often feel dehydrated and have a cotton mouth sensation, which temporarily improves when I eat or drink water. I am 23 and have been a smoker for the last 3-3.5 years. There have been no other symptoms, but I am worried due to this. I haven't tried anything to improve oral hygiene since. What could be the cause of this and should I be concerned?
March 12th, 2024
Joseph H. answered
Your symptoms, including the white coated tongue and cotton mouth sensation, are likely related to d...
March 12th, 2024
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