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Medical Conditions - Decreased Saliva Clearance

Decreased saliva clearance occurs due to several causes. The common causes are infections, intake of medications, dehydration, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, mumps, and problems in the jaw. Taking artificial saliva products and drinking plenty of water will increase saliva production.

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When does saliva production recover post-radiation therapy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

I feel something is there in throat after having food. Why?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1) Generally, small pieces of food stuck in the throat will dissolve on their own by being exposed to saliva from mouth.

When will salivary secretion to revert post-chemotherapy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your information, your mother has undergone chemo-radiotherapy for carcinoma tongue with lymph nodes.

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